Iranian Forces Down US Drones over Strait of Hormuz
Iranian military forces downed two U.S. drones over the Strait of Hormuz using indigenous air defense systems. The Islamic Revolution Guards Corps reported destroying an MQ-1 drone long associated with operations in Afghanistan, while the Army confirmed the interception of an Orbiter reconnaissance drone. Both incidents occurred under Iran’s integrated air defense network amid claims that the U.S. has resumed deploying older drones due to losses of newer models.
Pezeshkian Warns of US Plots to Sow Discord, Calls for National Unity
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned of U.S. efforts to incite division and weaken national unity, asserting that solidarity is vital to resisting American pressure. He condemned U.S. and Israeli actions as violent and hypocritical, particularly targeting civilians and leaders, while praising Iran’s growing ties with neighboring nations through land-based cooperation despite maritime restrictions.
I wonder what the bully is up to. The midterms are coming, which should be distracting. Good - leave the beach alone where America has no business being anyway.
