More US troops head to Iran – despite Trump’s claim of peace talks

WorldPolitics
25 Mar 2026 • 9:38 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • At least 1,000 troops from the 82nd Airborne Division are being deployed to the Middle East in the coming days.
  • The Pentagon is also in the process of sending approximately 5,000 Marines and thousands of sailors to the region.
  • Iran is closely monitoring these US troop movements, with its parliament speaker warning against testing their resolve to defend their land.
  • Iranian officials suspect that US diplomatic overtures, including a 15-point proposal to end the war, could be a ruse.
  • Iran assesses that the US is attempting to buy time by suggesting a return to peace talks, especially amid reports of further troop deployments.

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