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CNN Investigates: Iran’s underground missile cities

20 March, 2026.Iran.1 sources

Key Takeaways

Iran stores missiles and launchers in mountain hideouts to shield from airstrikes.
CNN used satellite imagery to show US and Israel efforts to disable these sites.
Tehran has tried to adapt to ongoing attempts to neutralize its missile infrastructure.

Underground missile cities

Mountain hideouts across Iran shield a large portion of the country’s missiles and launchers from aerial bombardment.

“Mountain hideouts across Iran shield a large portion of the country’s missiles and launchers from aerial bombardment”

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Satellite imagery findings

Satellite imagery analysis shows how the US and Israel have sought to put those underground cities out of commission, as well as how Tehran has tried to adapt.