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MNN UK · March 21, 2026 · 1 min read

Iran fires missiles at UK base Diego Garcia, attack fails

What happened: Iran launched two ballistic missiles targeting the UK military base on Diego Garcia in the Indian Ocean, but both missiles failed to reach the base.

Why it matters:

  • The attack highlights ongoing tensions involving Iran and Western military forces.
  • Personnel at the Diego Garcia base were potentially at risk, raising security concerns.

MNN Take: The incident shows the continued volatility in the region and the challenges of protecting overseas military installations.

Sources: BBC UK