US sends 3,500 additional marines to Middle East to pressurise Iran

The US has sent 3,500 additional marines to the Middle East in order to increase pressure on Iran, reported the 24NewsHD TV channel on Sunday.
In this regard, CENTCOM has confirmed sending additional marines to the Middle East.
Additional US Marines arrived in the Middle East via the USS Tripoli. These troops are members of the 31st Marine Unit.
Marines are equipped with aircraft, strike fighters, SALT and tactical resources.
Thousands more 82nd Airborne Division personnel are also likely to be sent.