Marine Corps F-35Cs Reposition Toward Middle East; B-2s Spotted With Unusual Wing Features En Route to Iran

Land-based Marine Corps F-35Cs are now moving toward the Middle East, marking the first time USMC F-35Cs have deployed outside a carrier strike group for a combat operation. Separately, B-2 Spirit bombers photographed heading to Iran displayed puzzling features on their wings that aviation analysts have not previously seen, potentially indicating new electronic warfare or weapons integration modifications. The deployments signal continued force buildup despite diplomatic overtures.