Diego Garcia is a coral atoll, the largest and southernmost member of the Chagos Archipelago, located in the central Indian Ocean. Diego Garcia is strategically significant because of its location and is home to a major military base operated by the United States and the United Kingdom. Developed during the Cold War, the base provides air and naval support facilities that have been used in major military operations. During the 2026 Iran War, Iran—which is about 2,350 miles (3,782 km) away—launched several missiles at the base but none were successful.
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