In response to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, the Pentagon has announced the deployment of an advanced anti-missile defence system, the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), to Israel. The move aimed at bolstering Israel's air defences following recent missile attacks from Iran and increasing hostilities in the region. Alongside the THAAD battery, approximately 100 US troops are being deployed to operate the system.
The Pentagon's decision to deploy the THAAD system comes in the wake of Iran's missile attacks on Israel on April 13 and October 1. THAAD, designed to intercept ballistic missiles, adds another layer of protection to Israel's existing defence infrastructure, potentially helping mitigate future missile threats from Iran or its proxies. The THAAD is designed to counter short, medium and intermediate-range ballistic missile threats.
The US presence is intended to not only defend Israel but also provide a strategic advantage as Israel contemplates retaliatory action against Iran
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