Iran’s defense forces have shot down an enemy drone in the Gulf airspace, according to the state-run Fars News Agency. The report said the interception was carried out using Iran’s ‘Arash-e Kamangir’ interceptor drone over the waters of the Gulf. No information was provided about the drone’s origin or its mission.

Fars News Agency added that the technology used in the operation included undisclosed stealth capabilities. Citing unnamed officials, the report described the action as a clear and firm message from Iran. The incident has raised concerns that regional security tensions could escalate following the interception.

As of now, no official response has been reported from any other country regarding the event.