US Media: US Deploying Additional Marines and Warships to Middle East

GateUser-bd883c58 · 2026-03-20T17:24:31+00:00

The U.S. Department of Defense has decided to deploy additional Marine Corps personnel and warships to the Middle East in response to Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment includes an amphibious ready group and its Marine Expeditionary Unit. The U.S. military's "USS Tripoli," based in Japan, is also heading to the Middle East.

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2026-03-20 17:24:31

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Xinhua News Agency Washington, March 13 — According to The Wall Street Journal on the 13th, as Iran continues to block the Strait of Hormuz, the Pentagon is deploying more Marine Corps units and warships to the Middle East.

Three U.S. officials disclosed to the reporter that Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has approved the request from U.S. Central Command to send an amphibious ready group and its accompanying Marine expeditionary unit. This unit typically consists of several ships and about 5,000 Marines.

The report also mentioned that the U.S. amphibious assault ship “Leroy” stationed in Japan and its Marine Corps personnel are heading to the Middle East. It is unclear whether this is part of the aforementioned troop deployment.

These officials also stated that the U.S. Marine Corps has previously provided support in military operations against Iran. (End)

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