US media: US Marines to send about 2,500 troops and three ships to the Middle East
According to multiple US media outlets on Friday, March 13, the US military will deploy more Marine units and ships to the Middle East.
According to The New York Times, about 2,500 Marines and three ships have already been dispatched to the region.
The Wall Street Journal cited US officials as saying that the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli and its attached Marines are heading to the Middle East.
CNN reported that the deployment involves a Marine expeditionary unit, typically consisting of about 2,500 personnel.
The Wall Street Journal noted that this reinforcement request was made by the US Central Command, which oversees the US military in the Middle East, and was approved by Pentagon chief Hegseth. The report said that some Marines were already in the region, assisting operations against Iran.
Source: rfi
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