US Denies Iran's Claim of Killing 100 Marines
US Central Command (CENTCOM) dismissed Iran's claim of killing 100 US Marines as 'fake news' on March 5, 2026. CENTCOM stated no such incident occurred and accused Iran of spreading false reports about US withdrawals, a sunken destroyer, and downed aircraft. CENTCOM confirmed US forces are intensifying operations, destroying over 20 Iranian vessels and reducing drone and missile launches by 73% and 86% respectively. US military capabilities remain 'unmatched' in the region.
SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/03/05/war-us-faults-irans-claims-of-eliminating-100-marines/