Iran Launches Drones Toward Strait of Hormuz; U.S. Forces Shoot Down Four

Iran dispatched a swarm of unmanned aerial vehicles toward the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. military reported engaging the drones as they approached the waterway. At least four of the drones were shot down by U.S. forces. The incident was detailed in a report by The New York Times. Officials said the action raised tensions in a key global shipping lane. The Strait of Hormuz carries a significant portion of the world’s oil trade. U.S. commanders emphasized the need to protect commercial navigation. Regional observers warned the encounter could escalate broader hostilities.