Iran activated its air defense systems in Tehran and several other cities after detecting small drones in its airspace. The incident occurred on Thursday, according to local media reports. Fars News Agency reported that multiple locations across the country detected small drones, prompting the activation of air defense systems. The state news agency IRNA said sounds from the defense systems were heard in both the western and eastern parts of the capital.

No immediate further details were available following the activation. Later, Iranian media clarified that the activation of the air defense systems in Tehran was part of a test. Meanwhile, an Israeli military source denied any involvement in the incident, according to reports.

The reports did not specify the origin of the drones or the nature of the test, leaving the broader context of the activation unclear.