An Iranian semi‑official Fars news agency reported on Saturday that a drone struck two fishing boats south of Qeshm Island, leaving two fishermen missing and two others injured, according to Xinhua.
Fars news agency described the drone as an
"enemy" drone.
The attack occurred off the coast of Qeshm Island, in the Persian Gulf, where the vessels were fishing at dawn.
The incident resulted in two fishermen declared missing and two sustaining injuries, with no additional casualties reported.
Local authorities said they are investigating the drone strike and have increased security patrols in the area, noting that the event underscores the rising tensions in the region.
Fars news, a semi‑official Iranian news outlet, highlighted the severity of the incident, prompting officials to review maritime safety protocols and personnel safety measures surrounding fishing activities near the island.
