US sends 2,500 Marines to the Gulf to secure Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. is deploying 2,500 Marines to the Gulf region following recent attacks on Iran, marking the first troop deployment since the conflict began. The Marines, part of a rapid-response force, are expected to help secure the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil transit route, by potentially establishing air defense systems on nearby islands. This deployment comes as President Trump seeks allied support to reopen the strait, which is crucial for global energy markets and has seen oil prices surge.