Greater Tunb Island

Context: Greater Tunb recently drew global attention after the United States reportedly targeted Iranian military facilities on the island during heightened tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
Location: Greater Tunb is situated in the Persian Gulf, close to the strategically significant Strait of Hormuz. Owing to its location, the island holds considerable geopolitical and military importance.
Strategic Importance: Iran has exercised control over Greater Tunb since 1971. Its proximity to one of the world’s busiest maritime chokepoints makes it a key strategic asset.
Disputed Islands: Greater Tunb is one of the three disputed islands in the Persian Gulf. The other two are Lesser Tunb and Abu Musa.
Territorial Dispute: Although the island is currently administered by Iran, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to assert its claim of sovereignty over Greater Tunb.