Inside Qeshm, Iran’s underground missile fortress and geological marvel
Summary
Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz is home to Iran's underground missile facilities, known as "missile cities." The island has become a strategic military point in the conflict between the United States and Iran, with recent tensions leading to military actions affecting the local population and global oil supply routes.Key Facts
- Qeshm Island is located in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global energy supply.
- The island hosts Iran's underground missile facilities, often called "missile cities."
- Iran has used these facilities to threaten control over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
- The U.S. and Iran are currently at odds, with military actions impacting Qeshm.
- A U.S. airstrike recently targeted a desalination plant on the island, disrupting water supplies.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard responded with attacks against U.S. forces in Bahrain.
- The island is home to about 148,000 residents, mainly Sunni Muslims who speak a unique dialect known as Bandari.
- Qeshm's strategic importance dates back to colonial times, with historic ties to Portuguese and British control.
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