New york: US forces shot down two Iranian drones that were attempting to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, an American official said Thursday: US forces shot down two Iranian drones that were attempting to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, an American official said Thursday.

According to Anadolu Agency, the official stated, "It appears Iran has attempted to strike commercial ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz tonight. US forces shot down two Iranian one-way attack drones. Traffic flow through the Strait continues." No further details were provided about the targeted vessels or any damage resulting from the incident.

The reported attack came hours after US President Donald Trump announced that Washington was close to reaching an agreement with Iran to end the ongoing conflict. Trump expressed optimism that the agreement could be signed "very soon, maybe over the weekend." He also noted that Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and adviser Jared Kushner would represent the US at a potential signing ceremony in Europe.