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IRGC shoots down US MQ-9 drone over Hormozgan
The IRGC says its air defense unit shot down an American MQ-9 Reaper drone over Hormozgan province.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States in the region, as reported by Mehr News.
What's unclear
- The exact location and time of the shootdown are not specified.
- It is unclear if the drone was armed or conducting surveillance.
- No independent confirmation of the shootdown has been provided.
Linked public sources
- IRGC shoots down US MQ-9 drone over Hormozgan — Mehr News
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