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Originally published by Capital Newstop
March 29, 2026
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U.S. deploys 3,500 marine troops to Middle East amid war against Iran
The force, likely to include infantry and armored vehicles, would be added to the roughly 5,000 Marines and thousands of paratroopers from the 82nd Airborne Division already ordered to the region, said the report, citing Department of Defense officials. - Kenya breaking news | Ke..
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The U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the arrival of approximately 3,500 marines and sailors in the Middle East on March 27. This deployment is part of a larger U.S. military buildup in the region.
- 3,500 marines and sailors aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7).
- The deployment is linked to the war against Iran.
- Amphibious forces are typically used for rapid deployments, including potential assaults on coastal targets.
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