US Destroys Iranian Missile Bunker Posing Threat to Strait of Hormuz
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US Destroys Iranian Missile Bunker Threatening Strait of Hormuz
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News18•21-03-2026, 23:11
US Destroys Iranian Missile Bunker Threatening Strait of Hormuz
•US military destroyed an underground Iranian facility housing weapons threatening oil and gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.
•Admiral Brad Cooper, head of US Central Command, confirmed 5,000-pound bombs were dropped on a bunker storing anti-ship cruise missiles and mobile launchers.
•The strike also eliminated intelligence support sites and missile radar relays used to monitor ship movements.
•Over 20 countries, including the UK, France, and Germany, condemned Iran's actions and vowed to support reopening the waterway.
•Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi denied claims of mine deployment and stated restrictions only apply to vessels from countries involved in attacks against Iran.
