A US official has reported that a military drone experienced a technical malfunction while conducting a water reconnaissance mission in the Middle East region. The incident was disclosed on local time September 8.
According to the official, the affected drone is an older model and was not equipped with any classified sonar or radar systems. The malfunction occurred over a day ago, and the drone was operating in the area during that time.
No further details have been provided regarding the extent of the malfunction or the current status of the drone. The information comes from a single US official, and the matter is under review.
The report was initially shared via a news agency, with the original source citing a CCTV correspondent. However, the information has been confirmed by the official's statement. No additional commentary or analysis has been offered at this time.