India, Oct. 2 -- The United States is expanding its military presence in West Asia, with around 9,000 troops being deployed aboard a group of ships, according to a US official. The move comes as President Donald Trump has indicated that further strikes against Iran remain possible.

The deployment includes more than 7,000 sailors and 2,000 Marines, along with a third aircraft carrier, adding significantly to the US military presence in the region.

Which US warships are heading to West Asia?

The incoming forces include the USS Theodore Roosevelt carrier strike group, accompanied by the cruiser USS Chosin. The USS Makin Island amphibious readiness group, comprising the USS John P. Murtha and USS Anchorage, is also part of the deployment....