Exclusive-US forces shoot down Iranian attack drones, source says

WASHINGTON - U.S. forces shot down multiple Iranian one-way attack drones heading toward the Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters on Friday, in the latest military flare-up even as Washington and Tehran cite progress in peace talks.

The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the drones had posed a threat to commercial traffic.

President Donald Trump had warned Iran earlier on Friday against firing more drones at ships attempting to transit the Strait, saying Tehran "better get their act together, and FAST!"

(Reporting by Phil Stewart; Editing by William Mallard)

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This story was originally published June 12, 2026 at 8:41 PM.