The deployments could help provide Trump with additional options as he weighs expanding U.S. operations, with the Iran war well into its third week. But securing the Strait could also mean deploying U.S. troops to Iran’s shoreline, said four sources, including two U.S. officials. AdvertisementThe sources did not believe a deployment of ground forces anywhere in Iran was imminent but declined to discuss specifics of U.S. operational planning. CASUALTIESTrump has said his goals go beyond degrading Iran’s military capabilities and could include securing safe passage through the Strait and preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. Ground forces could help broaden his options to address those goals, but carry significant risk.

Source: Huffington Post March 19, 2026 02:15 UTC