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U.S. sending thousands more Marines to Middle East

Thousands more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the Middle East, two U.S. officials told CBS News, as the war nears the three-week mark with no signs of letting up. Charlie D'Agata has the latest. Grouped from 6 articles across 5 sources.

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CBS NewsMar 20, 2026, 11:34 PM

U.S. sending thousands more Marines to Middle East

Thousands more U.S. Marines and three more warships are headed toward the Middle East, two U.S. officials told CBS News, as the war nears the three-week mark with no signs of letting up. Charlie D'Agata has the latest.

ABC AustraliaMar 20, 2026, 7:40 PM

Live: Thousands more US Marines to be deployed to Middle East, officials say

The White House claims it could "take out" Iran's strategically important Kharg Island "any time" that Donald Trump gives the order.

The Straits TimesMar 20, 2026, 2:42 PM

US sending Marines and amphibious assault ship to Middle East, officials say

One official said troops were departing the US' West Coast about three weeks ahead of schedule.

Financial TimesMar 20, 2026, 6:57 PM

US to deploy thousands more troops to the Middle East

Marines and sailors to arrive in the region in three to four weeks, signalling possible new phase in conflict

ABC NewsMar 20, 2026, 3:58 PM

2,200 more Marines, 3 Navy ships likely headed to Middle East: Officials

Three Navy ships carrying 2,200 Marines is likely headed to the Middle East, two U.S. officials told ABC News.

The Straits TimesMar 20, 2026, 11:57 AM

Ukraine deploys units to five Middle East countries to intercept drones

KYIV, March 20 - Ukraine has deployed specialist teams to five Middle Eastern countries to help intercept drones and advise on air-defence measures, with officials saying they expect to conclude several significant agreements.

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