Iran launched ballistic missiles at the U.S.-U.K. military base in Diego Garcia, located in the Indian Ocean, on Friday. Reports indicate two intermediate-range ballistic missiles were fired.
The attack did not hit the base, and U.K. officials have not released specific details of the strike. However, the launch demonstrates a missile capability exceeding previously known limits of Iran’s arsenal.
This action breaks Iran’s own stated restrictions on missile range and signals a potentially more aggressive military stance. The distance to the base is approximately 2,500 miles.
The launches suggest Tehran possesses missiles with longer ranges than previously assessed. The semi-official Mehr news agency reported on the missile firings Saturday.