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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maira Butt

Thousands of US soldiers onboard USS Tripoli arrive in Middle East amid Iran war

  • Thousands more US soldiers have arrived in the Middle East aboard the USS Tripoli, according to US Central Command.
  • The USS Tripoli carries approximately 3,500 marines and sailors, along with various aircraft and tactical assets.
  • The warship was sent to the Iran war as President Donald Trump tries to push Iranian leaders to accept a ceasefire deal.
  • The reinforcement comes amidst speculation of a ground invasion, though Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that US objectives could be met without one.
  • Separately, Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis launched missiles at Israel, marking their first attack since the current Middle East conflict began, with Israel intercepting one.

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