TEHRAN, Nov. 06 (MNA) – The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) said its air defense systems had intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-1 reconnaissance and combat drone over Qeshm Island in southern Iran.
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IRGC Intercepts and Destroys US MQ-1 Drone Over Qeshm Island
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The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) announced that it intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-1 drone over Qeshm Island in southern Iran. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States, particularly in the context of military engagements in the region. It underscores Iran's commitment to defending its airspace against perceived foreign threats.
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