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EXPLOSIONS ROCK IRAN QESHM ISLAND AS TEHRAN CLAIMS THREE US DRONES DOWNED
Explosions on Qeshm Island and Iran's claim of downing three US drones signal escalating US-Iran tensions.
Context
What happened: Multiple explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island and in Bandar Lengeh near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down three US drones, including an MQ-9.
Key numbers: Five explosions reported on Qeshm Island. IRGC said two MQM-170 drones were downed by electronic warfare, bringing captured total to four.
Why it matters: The reports come amid diplomatic exchanges between Washington and Tehran, with both sides signalling a possible negotiated settlement. Trump linked the oil price drop to expectations of no war with Iran.
Coverage: 3 outlets in 24h
What changed
Multiple explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island and in Bandar Lengeh near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran's IRGC claimed it shot down three US drones, including an MQ-9.
Why it matters
The reports come amid diplomatic exchanges between Washington and Tehran, with both sides signalling a possible negotiated settlement. Trump linked the oil price drop to expectations of no war with Iran.
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Nov 03, 2026 05:59 AM ET