Taliban attack caused unprecedented US, UK air force damage

The Taliban attack on Camp Bastion in S. Afghanistan Friday destroyed 6 US fighter jets and significantly damaged two. Three coalition refueling stations were also destroyed and six aircraft hangars damaged.  
A Taliban spokesman said later the massive assault had targeted Prince Harry who is posted at the US-UK base. “Captain Wales,” was unhurt.
 

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