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U.S. military says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Gulf allies

NPR
June 6, 2026 at 4:15 AM
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U.S. military says it shot down Iranian drones launched toward Gulf allies

The exchange of strikes comes as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on Iran to make a deal to end the conflict.

President Donald Trump arrives to speak to reporters aboard Air Force One en route from Joint Base Andrews, Md., to Eau Claire, Wis., Friday, June 5, 2026.

The exchange of strikes comes as the Trump administration ramps up pressure on Iran to make a deal to end the conflict.

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