Washington, D.C. — Unidentified drones have been detected flying over Fort Lesley J. McNair, a sensitive military installation in the U.S. capital where Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reside, raising concerns about security.
According to security sources, multiple drones were observed over the base during one night in recent days. The development has raised concerns regarding the safety of the two senior officials and the security of the military facility.
Drones Detected Over High-Security Zone
Fort McNair is considered one of the most secure military installations in the United States. The presence of unauthorized drones in its airspace is being viewed as a security concern. In response, authorities have increased surveillance and initiated a risk assessment.
Officials said it remains unclear where the drones originated or who was operating them. Investigations are ongoing, and no conclusions have been announced.
Heightened Alert Amid Ongoing Tensions
The incident comes amid ongoing tensions involving the United States and Iran. In recent days, the U.S. government has maintained heightened security across its diplomatic and military infrastructure.
Global security alerts have been issued for U.S. diplomatic missions, and several military facilities have been placed under lockdown due to potential threats. The detection of drones over a key military base in Washington has added to security concerns.
