The famous USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault ship, has arrived in the Middle East, carrying over 3,500 American soldiers.

The first contingent of American Marines arrived Saturday in the Middle East, coinciding with the arrival of the USS Tripoli, part of a naval group consisting of 3,500 sailors and Marines. This military move comes in the context of Donald Trump intensifying pressure on Iran to negotiate an end to the conflict. The USS Tripoli, an amphibious assault ship 257 meters long, is equipped with state-of-the-art aircraft, including the F-35B Lightning II, and is designed to launch air operations and amphibious assaults.

Although it looks like an aircraft carrier, the USS Tripoli is classified as an amphibious assault ship, blurring the lines between different types of military vessels. Currently, the Pentagon is preparing a possible ground operation in Iran, which could include the capture of Kharg Island, an important hub for Iranian oil exports. This situation underscores the importance of the USS Tripoli in the American military strategy in the region.