美国无人机为何现身伊朗附近？
When Iran shot down a US drone earlier this week, many people asked a simple question: why was the drone flying so close to Iran? To understand this, we need to look at the long history of US military activity in the Persian Gulf and its reasons for keeping a watchful eye on the region.
The Persian Gulf is one of the world's most important strategic areas. It holds large oil reserves and is home to the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow waterway through which about one-fifth of global oil passes every day. For decades, the United States has promised to protect this vital route and maintain stability. To achieve this, it keeps a strong military presence in the Gulf, including aircraft carriers, bases, and unmanned aircraft like the MQ-1 Predator drone that was shot down.
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