US deploys 3,500 marine troops, amphibious assault ship to Middle East as war against Iran intensifies

As the conflict involving Iran intensifies, the United States has ramped up its military presence in West Asia, deploying around 3,500 marines and sailors aboard the USS Tripoli (LHA-7), which has now reached its designated operational zone. According to US Central Command (CENTCOM), the forces arrived on March 27 aboard the USS Tripoli (LHA 7).