Amid growing speculation that the United States may launch a war in the near future, Iran has unveiled what it claims is a vast network of underwater missile tunnels, signalling a dramatic new layer to its deterrence strategy. Iranian officials asserted that these subsea missile tunnels are capable of housing hundreds of long‑range cruise missiles, suggesting that they could unleash sustained salvos against enemy targets far beyond their shores. Iranian state television even aired a guided tour of one such tunnel, with IRGC Navy commander Alireza Tangsiri personally walking cameras through the facility to showcase its capabilities. As the U.S. appears to be positioning itself for a possible conflict, Tehran may be using the Strait of Hormuz and its missile tunnel network as a powerful bargaining chip in any negotiations or standoff. Around one‑fifth of global oil trade is estimated to pass through the Strait of Hormuz every single day, making any disruption there a potential shock to the world economy. Meanwhile, on January 29, the U.S. president said that “very big, very powerful ships” were currently sailing toward Iran, in a clear attempt to project strength and deterrence. Watch the full video for more.