Iran downed at least 2 American drones in recent days, U.S. officials say

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Iranian forces in recent days have brought down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft, according to U.S. officials familiar with the matter.

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  • Iranian forces in recent days have brought down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft, according to U.S. officials familiar with the matter.
  • Reported by CBS News and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:04:44 UTC.

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