Pentagon officials have prepared for potential deployment of U.S. ground forces
in Iran, sources told CBS News. Senior commanders submitted requests for
positioning troops as President Trump considers moves in the U.S.-Israel-led
conflict. The military is readying the 82nd Airborne Division, the Army’s Global
Response Force, and Marine Expeditionary Units, with thousands of Marines and
three warships already en route. The White House stressed planning does not
indicate a decision to deploy troops. Trump told reporters he is not currently
sending forces but would not disclose plans if he were.
