TEHRAN, Sep. 21 (MNA) – Another MQ-1 drone belonging to the US terrorist army was intercepted and destroyed over the Strait of Hormuz by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' new advanced aerospace air defence system.
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Iran Intercepts and Destroys US MQ-1 Drone Over Strait of Hormuz
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September 21, 2026
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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-1 drone over the Strait of Hormuz using its advanced air defense system. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States in the region. It underscores Iran's military capabilities and its stance against perceived US aggression.
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