Iran war enters fourth week as U.S. plans heavier military buildup in Middle East
The U.S.-Zionist war on Iran entered its fourth week on Saturday as the U.S. is sending thousands more Marines to the Middle East and President Donald Trump accused NATO allies of cowardice over their reluctance to help open the Strait of Hormuz.
This comes as more than 2,000 people have been killed since the U.S. and “Israel” attacked Iran on February 28, while Americans appear increasingly concerned at signs the war could expand further.
Meanwhile, vital energy infrastructure in Iran and neighbouring Gulf states has been attacked, sending oil prices up 50% and threatening global economic shock.
Several allies, who were not consulted before the war, have pledged to join “appropriate efforts” to ensure safe passage through the strait, but Germany and France have said fighting must stop first. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said he would speak to Trump this weekend.
On Friday, three U.S. officials told Reuters that 2,500 Marines, along with the amphibious assault ship Boxer and accompanying warships, would deploy to the region, although they did not say what their role would be.
Trump said on Thursday he was “not putting troops anywhere”, when asked about his plans, adding, “If I were, I certainly wouldn’t tell you.”
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll showed almost two-thirds of Americans believe Trump will order troops into a large-scale ground war, with only 7% supporting such a move.
