•Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a stark warning to the US, stating it is "eagerly awaiting" American Marines in the Middle East.
•The IRGC declared its forces are fully prepared to respond with force, including maritime strikes, against any US military move.
•Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi echoed the sentiment, saying, "We are waiting for them," regarding potential US troop entry.
•Speculation about a ground offensive grows amid intensifying conflict, with Israeli PM Netanyahu hinting at troop deployments.
•US President Donald Trump has downplayed the likelihood of a ground war, stating "no boots on the ground" in Iran, despite threats to Kharg Island.