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USS Boxer Delayed Amid Rising Tensions | US News
When tensions with Iran spiked, the USS Boxer—a key amphibious warship—was sidelined mid-deployment due to a critical engine failure, forcing thousands of Marines and sailors to wait in the Indian Ocean for repairs. Originally sent early to boost flexibility in the Middle East, the ship’s breakdown temporarily crippled strategic options. After repairs, the Boxer’s task group was rerouted to the Strait of Malacca to enforce sanctions, intercepting an Iranian-linked oil tanker. This overlooked incident underscores a deeper crisis: the Marine Corps’ rapid response capabilities are increasingly…
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