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US Conducts Strikes on Iranian Drone Sites Amid Rising Tensions
US Strikes Iran's Radar, Drone Control Sites In Goruk And Qeshm Islands
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The United States launched self-defense strikes on Iranian radar and drone control sites in Goruk and Qeshm Islands in response to the shootdown of an American drone. This escalation occurs amid ongoing discussions between the US and Iran regarding a potential peace agreement and ceasefire in the region.
- 01The US Central Command (CENTCOM) conducted strikes targeting Iranian drone control facilities in Goruk and Qeshm Islands.
- 02These strikes were a response to the shootdown of an American MQ-1 Predator drone operating over international waters.
- 03Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) retaliated by targeting a US airbase linked to a previous US strike on Iranian positions.
- 04Kuwait's air defenses intercepted incoming threats, likely from Iranian forces or their proxies.
- 05Iran's Foreign Minister stated ongoing communication with the US regarding a peace deal to end hostilities.
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The United States executed self-defense strikes against Iranian radar and drone control sites located in Goruk and Qeshm Islands, citing aggressive actions from Tehran as justification. This military action follows the shootdown of an American MQ-1 Predator drone while it was operating in international waters. CENTCOM reported that US fighter aircraft successfully targeted Iranian air defenses, a ground control station, and two attack drones, with no US casualties reported. In retaliation, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed to have struck a US airbase used in a previous attack on Iranian positions. Additionally, Kuwait's air defenses engaged incoming threats, likely from Iranian forces. Amid these escalations, Iran's Foreign Minister confirmed that discussions with the US continue regarding a potential peace agreement aimed at extending a ceasefire and stabilizing the Strait of Hormuz.
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The strikes and subsequent retaliations could destabilize the region further, impacting shipping routes and security in the Gulf.
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