Understanding the Role of THAAD in Countering Missile Threats from Iran and Its Proxies The United States has deployed one of its most advanced missile defense systems, the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD), to Israel, accompanied by 100 US troops. This move comes in response to a series of missile strikes from Iran, following the assassinations of key Iranian and Hezbollah leaders, escalating tensions in the region. What is THAAD? THAAD, short for Terminal High Altitude Area Defense, is an advanced missile defense system designed to intercept and neutralize…
THAAD: The Advanced US Anti-Missile Defense Deployed to Israel Amid Rising Tensions
