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MILITARY
UNVERIFIED
Iranian Air Defense Claims Downing of Two MQM-170 Drones over Qeshm Island
Nov 05, 2026 11:13 PM CT
Qeshm Island, Iran
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Summary
Iranian state media reports the interception of two MQM-170 reconnaissance drones over Qeshm Island. While the specific attribution of the drones is not explicitly confirmed in the headline, the location and asset type suggest potential Israeli or US surveillance activity in the Persian Gulf. This incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding airspace sovereignty and surveillance in the region.
Sources (1)
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Mehr News
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Actor Responses
Iran
NEUTRAL
Reported the downing of two reconnaissance drones over Qeshm Island.
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