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Arabian Sea

US shoots down Iranian drone near aircraft carrier in Arabian Sea

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Washington: The United States military has shot down an Iranian drone that was approaching a US aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea, according to foreign news agencies.

Reports said a US F-35 fighter jet intercepted and destroyed the drone as it moved toward the aircraft carrier. A US official, quoted by the news agency, confirmed that the Iranian drone was heading in the direction of the USS Abraham Lincoln when it was neutralized.

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) also confirmed the incident, stating that a US F-35C fighter aircraft carried out a defensive action and shot down an Iranian Shahed-139 drone.

CENTCOM said the drone was downed to ensure the safety and security of the aircraft carrier and its onboard crew. No US personnel or military equipment were harmed during the incident.

The development comes amid heightened tensions in the region, where US naval forces remain on high alert to counter potential threats in international waters.

Pakistan Navy Seizes Drugs Worth Nearly $1 Billion in Arabian Sea

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Pakistan Navy, Arabian Sea, drug bust, Pakistan news, methamphetamine, maritime security, transnational crime


In a major counter-narcotics operation, the Pakistan Navy has seized a massive cache of drugs worth nearly US$972 million in the Arabian Sea. The intercepted haul included crystal methamphetamine and cocaine, reportedly being smuggled through international maritime routes.


According to official sources, the operation was carried out with support from international intelligence partners. The recovered drugs were handed over to the relevant authorities for legal proceedings.


The Pakistan Navy reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining maritime security and curbing illegal trafficking across its waters. Officials said such operations not only protect Pakistan’s coastal borders but also strengthen global efforts against transnational crime.


This is one of the largest narcotics seizures in Pakistan’s maritime history. Maritime experts noted that the operation underscores the country’s strategic role in ensuring safe international trade routes through the Arabian Sea.