Footage Shows Exact Moment Iran Intercepted And Shot Down American MQ-9 Drone | Video

Last Updated:March 01, 2026, 20:00 IST

Iran's state agency shared footage claiming Iran’s air defence intercepted and destroyed a US MQ-9 drone, though details and US confirmation remain unverified.

Iranian state media on Sunday circulated footage claiming to show the country’s air defence system intercepting and destroying a US MQ-9 drone.

The video, shared by Mehr News Agency on social media, appears to show a drone tracked through a targeting system before an explosion is seen mid-air. The clip is presented as evidence of Iran’s air defences successfully neutralising an American unmanned aerial vehicle.

Iran has not yet released detailed information about the location or timing of the alleged interception. US authorities have also not immediately confirmed the loss of any MQ-9 drone in the region.

The MQ-9 Reaper is a long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle widely used by the United States for surveillance and strike missions. It is equipped with advanced sensors and precision-guided weapons, making it a key asset in military operations.

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