Iran Targets UK-US Base as Nuclear Site Hit Again

Good day, it's Saturday, March 21st, 2026. I'm Alice Beth and this is your latest NEWS UPDATE from Global News Daily. Iran has launched 2 missiles at the joint UKUS military base on Diego Garcia in a further escalation of the widening conflict. Officials say the attack was unsuccessful, with no reported damage or casualties. The strike is understood to have taken place before the UK announced an expansion of American access to British military bases. Meanwhile, Iran says it's Natan's nuclear facility has been targeted again.

Authorities insist there is no danger to nearby populations, though the repeated strikes raise concerns about the vulnerability of key nuclear infrastructure. Iran's foreign minister says there is little sign the United States is prepared to halt its military campaign, despite President Donald Trump suggesting Washington may be considering winding down the war. In a significant development, the US has announced it will temporarily lift sanctions on Iranian oil currently stranded at sea. The move is aimed at easing pressure on global energy markets, which have been rattled by ongoing attacks on major production and shipping routes.

The decision highlights growing concern in Washington over the economic fallout of the conflict, even as military operations continue. For our deep dive and analysis, unlock the exclusive subscriber episode in Apple Podcast now. Please follow this show on Spotify, it really helps. Thanks for listening, Global News Daily.