US prepares for potential ground invasion in Iran as 3,500 troops arrive

More than 3,000 US soldiers and Marines have arrived in the Middle East amid speculation of a possible ground invasion in Iran. The operations reportedly would potentially involve raids on Kharg Island and key coastal sites along the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s parliament speaker has warned that forces are ready to retaliate, claiming US troops would be set on fire if a ground invasion is launched.