[PapaBear3625]

This doesn’t pass the smell test. We don’t need amphibious access to Iran. With MUCH less noticeable buildup, we could have a LOT more men and hardware across Iran’s borders with Iraq and Afghanistan.

[ASA Vet]

You don't remember the Marine prep for an invasion of Iraq, (the first time,?) It drew some of the Iraqi forces to the beach and away from the real push. Big noisy ships, planes, choppers, and landing craft draw attention.