Summary
Iran reportedly tried to attack the joint US-UK military base on Diego Garcia with missiles, but the attempt failed. The UK Ministry of Defence blamed Iran for aggressive actions in the region. The base, which is important for military operations, was unharmed.
Key Facts
- Iran fired two ballistic missiles at the Diego Garcia military base.
- One missile failed in flight, and the other was intercepted by a US warship.
- There is uncertainty about Iran's missile capabilities reaching Diego Garcia.
- The attempt happened before the UK allowed US use of British bases to protect shipping routes.
- Diego Garcia is located in the Chagos Islands, controlled by the UK.
- The UK is in talks to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius.
- The base is used for military operations in the Middle East.
- UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer plans to discuss the conflict's impact on living costs.
