More than 50,000 American troops are deployed or at the ready in the Middle East for Operation Epic Fury, which began in early March 2026.  3/6/2026
The Pentagon is preparing for weeks of potential ground operations in Iran, The Washington Post reported Saturday. 3/28/2026
First Ground Troop have arrived in the Middle East.  2,500 Marines and sailors have been deployed aboard. 3/31/2026