Iran fires missiles toward US-UK base in Indian ocean, Iran's Mehr says - Reuters
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Iran fired missiles at a U.S.-UK military base in the Indian Ocean, marking direct military escalation against Western forces.
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Iranian attacks on allied bases increase regional instability risks, potentially affecting global energy markets and U.S. military deployments.
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Iran fired missiles toward a U.S.-UK military base in the Indian Ocean, according to Iran's state news agency Mehr. The strike appears to be part of escalating tensions between Iran and Western powers in the region. U.S. and British military installations in the Indian Ocean, including Diego Garcia, have been potential flashpoints amid broader Middle East conflicts. The attack represents a significant direct strike by Iran against U.S. and allied military infrastructure. The incident underscores the heightened military posture in one of the world's most strategically important waterways.
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