Iran Fires Ballistic Missiles at US-UK Base 4,000 KM Away; US Intercepts One

• Iran launched two intermediate-range ballistic missiles towards Diego Garcia island, 4,000 kilometers away, on the 22nd day of the war.
• One missile failed in flight, while the other was reportedly intercepted by a US warship using an SM-3 interceptor.
• Donald Trump hinted at scaling back US military operations against Iran, stating objectives are nearly met.
• The targeting of Diego Garcia suggests Iran's missile range may exceed its previously stated 2,000-kilometer limit.
• Diego Garcia is a strategic US-UK military base in the Indian Ocean, crucial for operations in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia; US is increasing military presence in West Asia.