The U.S. military shot down an Iranian Shahed‑139 drone that approached the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln in the Arabian Sea after attempts to de-escalate failed.

An F‑35C fighter jet intercepted the drone, and no U.S. personnel or equipment were harmed.

Hours later, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps harassed a U.S.-flagged merchant vessel, M/V Stena Imperative, in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the guided-missile destroyer USS McFaul to escort it safely with air support.

These incidents come amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran, including a military buildup in the region and ongoing nuclear negotiations, Fox News has reported.

President Trump has warned of possible military action to pressure Iran while urging a “fair and equitable” deal.