Iran has claimed that it captured and destroyed a US MQ-9 drone in the eastern Khuzestan region near Ahvaz, according to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The MQ-9 is a large unmanned aerial vehicle primarily used for intelligence gathering, surveillance, reconnaissance, and airstrikes.

The report comes as tensions between Iran and the United States continue to escalate. In Jordan, an Iranian attack reportedly killed two US soldiers and left another missing. In response, the United States has carried out strikes against Iran for eight consecutive days. The developments highlight a continuing cycle of military actions and counteractions between the two countries.

The situation underscores the growing volatility in the region, with both sides engaged in sustained military operations that could further strain regional stability.