Fresh U.S. force push to Middle East signals broadened Iran conflict
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The Pentagon plans to deploy elements of the 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, including a command element and some ground forces, in a deployment expected to be under 1,500 troops as the Iran conflict continues; thousands of Marines and three warships with about 2,200 Marines have already moved toward the region, while White House officials say announcements will come from the Pentagon.
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