# Diego Garcia military base drone sightings > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/diego-garcia-military-base-drone-sightings > Updated: 2026-08-15T09:56:38.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Reports emerged on August 11 regarding unidentified unmanned aerial system (UAS) sightings near the joint U.S.-U.K. military base on Diego Garcia in the central Indian Ocean. The sightings reportedly occurred near the installation’s fuel tank farm. In response, a daytime curfew was reportedly implemented, restricting activity on the base between 07:00 and 19:00. The UK Ministry of Defence confirmed awareness of the sightings but declined to provide specific details. U.S. Pacific Command officials stated they are maintaining vigilance to protect personnel and facilities, though they noted that specific security procedures are not discussed for operational security reasons. Subsequent reports noted that while the specific sightings and curfew have not been independently verified, the incident raises questions regarding the vulnerability of the remote installation. The base has a history of being identified as a priority target for Iran, including previous instances involving drone and cruise missile defense and ballistic missile launches during Operation Epic Fury. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-15: Diego Garcia military base reports of unidentified drones Unidentified drones have reportedly been spotted near the strategic Diego Garcia military base, raising concerns about the security of the remote US and UK installation in the Indian Ocean. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-garcia-military-base-reports-of-unidentified-drones ### 2026-08-11: Diego Garcia military base faces mysterious drone threat A mysterious drone threat at the joint U.S.-U.K. military base on Diego Garcia has prompted the implementation of daytime curfews to ensure base security. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/diego-garcia-military-base-faces-mysterious-drone-threat --- Cite as: Diego Garcia military base drone sightings. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/diego-garcia-military-base-drone-sightings