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RAF Typhoon jet shoots down drone near Qatar in first UK-Iran military engagement
The UK military has engaged Iran for the first time, shooting down an Iranian drone heading towards Qatar. This marks a significant escalation in military tensions between Western forces and Iran.
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RAF Typhoon jet shoots down drone near Qatar in first UK-Iran military engagement
Primary reportRAF Typhoon fighter jet intercepted and destroyed an Iranian drone that was heading towards Qatar.