The United States military has claimed to have shot down four Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz, according to reports citing unnamed US officials. The officials told Reuters and the Associated Press that the drones were considered a threat to US forces operating in the region. In addition, the US military reportedly carried out a strike on a ground control station in Iran’s Bandar Abbas city, where preparations were underway to launch another drone.

A US official described the actions as measured and entirely defensive, emphasizing that the intent was to maintain a ceasefire. The Associated Press also reported that the US military viewed the drones as posing a direct threat to its personnel. The information was first reported by Al Jazeera, citing US sources.

The incident underscores ongoing tensions in the Gulf region, particularly around the strategic Strait of Hormuz, though no further details on potential escalation or diplomatic responses were provided in the reports.