in-cyprus13 Jun 2026

US military shoots down Iranian drones heading for Strait of Hormuz

The United States military has shot down Iranian drones heading towards the Strait of Hormuz, according to a well-informed source cited by Reuters. The incident occurs amidst ongoing negotiations between Washington and Tehran aimed at ending the war.

An official speaking to Reuters on Friday on condition of anonymity said the Iranian drones posed a threat to commercial shipping in the area....

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