US Navy’s amphibious warship reaches Middle East

The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced the arrival of the amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA-7) in its area of responsibility.

The ship entered the theater on March 27 as the flagship of the Tripoli Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), deployed alongside the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit. Together, the force brings approximately 3,500 sailors and Marines, supported by a mix of transport aircraft, strike fighters, and amphibious assault capabilities designed for rapid response operations.