The U.S. said it targeted missile launch facilities and Iranian boats allegedly attempting to deploy naval mines around the Strait of Hormuz.
Last Sunday, Mr Trump threatened to visit hell on Iran within 48 hours by attacking civilian infrastructure.
“Afenifere unequivocally supports this decisive action, which comes after years of relentless insecurity,” a statement by the group said.
The air force has issued an apology and promised compensation for the affected victims.
“Autonomous weapons are an immediate cause of concern and demand an urgent, international political response,” the International Committee of the Red Cross warned.
A White House spokesperson, John F. Kirby, disclosed that President Joe Biden ordered the downing of the object “out of an abundance of caution.”
