Iran’s Revolutionary Guards have deployed advanced missile systems on three strategic Gulf islands, reinforcing their military presence in a region of high geopolitical tension. According to state media reports, the newly stationed weapons are capable of targeting enemy bases and vessels up to 600 kilometers (370 miles) away.
The missiles have been positioned on Greater Tunb, Lesser Tunb, and Abu Musa—islands located near the Strait of Hormuz, a vital corridor for global oil shipments. Alireza Tangsiri, naval commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), emphasized that these locations are now fully “operative” and armed to counter perceived threats.
This military escalation follows a letter from U.S. President Donald Trump urging Tehran to return to nuclear negotiations, warning of potential military consequences if diplomacy fails. Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected these warnings, stating that American threats “will get them nowhere” and cautioning of a “hard slap” in response to any hostile actions.
The three Gulf islands have been under Iran’s control since 1971, though their sovereignty remains disputed by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The IRGC has steadily increased its defensive activities on the islands, citing regional security concerns.
With tensions rising, global powers are closely watching how Iran’s military buildup and diplomatic exchanges with the U.S. will unfold in the coming months.
