USS Boxer enters the equation: US warship bringing jets, Marines and assault power to Middle East

2026-03-23 - 06:19

Amidst escalating Middle East tensions, the US has deployed the powerful USS Boxer, an amphibious assault ship capable of launching F-35B jets and supporting troop landings. This vessel, part of a three-ship group carrying thousands of Marines, significantly bolsters US military presence and rapid response capabilities in the volatile region.