Also known as
U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Marines, USMC
The United States Marine Corps is the maritime land force service branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, under the Department of Defense. Known for expeditionary warfare, amphibious operations, and rapid global deployment in support of U.S. power projection. Recently, Marines have been active in Middle East naval operations, Iranian vessel interdiction, and humanitarian relief in Venezuela. Last updated 6 days ago
CENTCOM: Sailors prepare U.S. Marine Corps F-35B stealth fighter jets for takeoff aboard USS Boxer (LHD 4) while transiting the Arabian Sea. Boxer is the flagship for the Boxer Amphibious Ready Group / 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit.
"Venezuela earthquake relief: Medium tactical vehicle replacements attached to the USMC
Combat Logistics Battalion 8, Littoral Combat Force-24 participate in a resupply convoy in La Guaira, Venezuela June 30, 2026.
At the direction of SOUTHCOM, U.S. military forces are supporting State Department-led U.S. government relief operations following the devastating earthquakes that struck the nation on June 24, 2026."
U.S. Marines deployed the Iron Dome-derived MRIC air defense system to Guam during Valiant Shield 2026, the first confirmed public Pacific deployment of the system during a major exercise.
"Searching through shadows and rubble to save lives.
U.S. Marines navigate hazardous debris and collapsed structures in Venezuela to locate survivors following the June 24 earthquakes.
The Marines are wor...
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM):
"Searching through shadows and rubble to save lives.
U.S. Marines navigate hazardous debris and collapsed structures in Venezuela to locate survivors following the June 24 earthquakes.
The Marines are working around the clock to support international search and rescue operations in the hardest-hit areas. At the direction of SOUTHCOM, assigned U.S. military forces are supporting State Department-led U.S. disaster assistance to the people of Venezuela."
"U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard arrived in Caracas, Venezuela, today, to oversee Department of War support to Venezuela earthquake relief efforts.
Maj. Gen. Jarrard is serving as the senior ...
U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM):
"U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Jarrard arrived in Caracas, Venezuela, today, to oversee Department of War support to Venezuela earthquake relief efforts.
Maj. Gen. Jarrard is serving as the senior U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) official on the ground and is working closely with partners to plan, coordinate, and direct the U.S. military’s unparalleled logistical and operational capabilities to support the rapid, life-saving movement of response personnel, equipment, and humanitarian assistance into affected areas.
SOUTHCOM is supporting Department of State-led U.S. government relief operations in Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that struck the nation June 24, 2026. The interim Government of Venezuela formally requested U.S. support following the earthquakes.
Assigned U.S. military forces will utilize fixed and rotor wing aircraft to provide specialized mobility services and assist U.S. Government personnel, search and rescue teams, and partners assessing damage and delivering critical life-saving assistance."
"A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E helicopter is refueled by a KC-130J Super Hercules while flying over the Middle East. CH-53 helicopters refuel using a probe-and-drogue system, allowing the aircraft to fly further distances without landing."
WILD FOOTAGE: Another video of the U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18D Hornet (VMFA-323 “Death Rattlers,” MCAS Miramar) that crashed into a hillside near Rimrock Lake, Yakima County, Washington, on June 13, 2026, during a routine low-level training flight.
"U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple targets in Iran, June 10, at the Commander in Chief's direction.
CENTCOM forces launched strikes on Iranian military surveill...
U.S. military:
"U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) forces completed additional self-defense strikes against multiple targets in Iran, June 10, at the Commander in Chief's direction.
CENTCOM forces launched strikes on Iranian military surveillance capabilities, communication systems, and air defense sites across Iran. U.S. Marine Corps, Air Force, and Navy assets fired precision munitions on Iranian targets that posed a threat to U.S. forces and international commercial ships transiting regional waters.
The strikes are in response to Iran's unwarranted and continued aggression. U.S. forces remain vigilant, lethal, and ready."
U.S. Marine Corps AH-1Z Viper patrolling near a commercial vessel transiting regional waters during enforcement of the Iran maritime blockade. American forces have redirected 90 ships and disabled 4 as of May 20.
"A U.S. Marine Corps CH-53E heavy-lift helicopter takes off from the flight deck of USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), May 15. The CH-53E can support rapid delivery of payloads, carrying up to 36,000-pounds."
U.S. Marine Corps F-35B aircraft take off from USS Tripoli (LHA 7) as the ship transits the Arabian Sea. The F-35B variant has short takeoff and vertical landing capabilities that enable the stealth fighter to operate from the U.S. Navy’s largest amphibious ships.
CENTCOM: U.S. Marines conduct live hoist training on the flight deck of America-class amphibious assault ship USS Tripoli (LHA 7). Tripoli and its 3,500 Sailors and embarked Marines are executing the mission to blockade ships entering and departing Iranian ports.
The Revolutionary Guards, addressing reports of potential ground operations in Iran: "We await the U.S. Marines and are prepared to confront them with our surprises."
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