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On March 21, 2026, Iran launched intermediate-range ballistic missiles toward Diego Garcia, a joint US-UK military base in the Indian Ocean. This marks the first time Iran has attacked a target outside of the Middle East since the recent escalation of regional tensions.

According to reports, two missiles were fired at the base, located approximately 4,000 kilometers (2,485 miles) from Iranian territory. One missile reportedly failed in flight, while the other was intercepted by a U.S. Warship using an SM-3 interceptor, the Wall Street Journal reported.

Diego Garcia is a strategically key location for the U.S. Military, hosting long-range bombers, nuclear submarines, and guided-missile destroyers. The base has played a key role in U.S. Military operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. The island, part of the British Indian Ocean Territory, is administered by the United States.

The missile launches come amid heightened tensions following an Iranian attack on Qatar’s North Field gas plant, in retaliation for an Israeli strike on Iran’s South Pars natural gas field on February 28. U.S. President Donald Trump indicated he believes a resolution is near, stating that the U.S. Is close to achieving its objectives. Trump also warned that the U.S. Would not protect the Strait of Hormuz, leaving its security to those who apply it.

ENGLISH SUMMARY:

Iran has launched intermediate-range ballistic missiles towards Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, marking its first attack outside West Asia since the conflict began. The target was U.S.-U.K. Military bases, with one missile reportedly destroyed mid-air and another intercepted by a U.S. Warship.