The United States is preparing to increase its military presence in the Middle East by sending an additional 4,000 Marines and Navy personnel amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. According to a report by Newsmax citing four unnamed officials, the deployment will include several warships and will reinforce U.S. forces already engaged in operations against Iran.

The report states that the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group is being deployed from the U.S. West Coast. This group includes advanced F-35 Lightning II fighter jets, missile systems, and amphibious assault vehicles designed for ground operations. The move signals a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region.

The report, sourced from Al Jazeera, comes as tensions continue to rise following recent attacks and counterattacks involving Iran and its regional adversaries. The additional deployment underscores Washington’s intent to strengthen its operational capacity in the Middle East.