Reports from NBC News indicate Iran has maintained nightly launches of drones toward vessels in the Strait of Hormuz since signing a memorandum of understanding. A U.S. official confirmed the continued activity. However, the official stated that all drones launched have been intercepted before posing a threat. This suggests the launches are provocative but not currently resulting in direct harm. The memorandum of understanding’s details remain largely undisclosed, but it appears to have not curbed Iranian actions in the critical waterway. The continued launches raise concerns about regional stability and potential for escalation. U.S. forces are actively monitoring and responding to the drone activity.