The IRGC just announced the downing of a US Army MQ-1 UAV earlier this morning above Kuhestak, in the Sirik County of southern Iran.
This claim has yet to be independently verified, although images of the wreckage have been released.
Assessment
The IRGC is claiming a significant operational success against the United States, but the lack of independent verification means this remains a claim for now. The released wreckage images will be scrutinized for authenticity and to determine if the drone was indeed an MQ-1. Watch for official US military confirmation or denial, and for any evidence of where the drone was operating before the incident. If true, this would mark a direct escalation in the region.