US launches ‘revenge’ strikes on Iran after MQ-1 drone shot down, destroys air defence and telecom towers

Naijaonpoint_ng | 01-06-2026 05:38pm |

The United States conducted airstrikes on Iranian radar and drone-control facilities located in Goruk and Qeshm Island over the weekend, which it characterized as "self-defence strikes." This military action was described by US officials as a response to what they termed "aggressive" behavior from Tehran, particularly following the downing of an MQ-1 drone. The strikes reportedly targeted air defense systems and telecommunications towers, aiming to diminish Iran's operational capabilities in the region. US military personnel were seen preparing F/A-18F Super Hornet aircraft in connection with these operations.

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