US Delivers Advanced Missile Defense Systems to Israel Ahead of Possible Iranian Strike
by Emmitt Barry, Worthy News Correspondent
(Worthy News) – The U.S. has delivered advanced missile systems to Israel amid a wave of ballistic missile attacks by Houthi terrorists and escalating tensions with Iran, fueling growing fears of a looming military confrontation with Iran.
The United States has bolstered Israel’s defenses with the recent deployment of advanced missile systems, including an additional Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) battery and two Patriot batteries, according to Israeli security sources and various media sources.
According to a report by Saudi News Channel Al-Hadath, the U.S. has recently sent a THAAD battery and two Patriot systems to Israel, possibly marking the second THAAD deployment in the country.
The Lockheed Martin THAAD system defends against short—to long-range ballistic missiles with a 100% test interception rate. It includes launchers, radar, command units, and support gear.
On Friday, several Asian media outlets reported that U.S. Patriot missile batteries are being redeployed from South Korea to the Middle East.
Washington and Seoul have reportedly agreed to a “monthslong” partial deployment of the Patriot Advanced Capability-3 system, marking the first known transfer of U.S. Forces Korea (USFK) assets to the Middle East.
The U.S.-developed Patriot air defense system, operational since 1984, was designed to counter aircraft and ballistic missiles. It gained global attention during the 1991 Gulf War, though its effectiveness was later questioned. Since then, it has been upgraded significantly and is used by many nations worldwide.
U.S. CENTCOM Commander Gen. Michael Kurilla recently met with IDF Chief Lt.-Gen. Eyal Zamir in Israel, reportedly coordinating potential action against Iran and preparing for possible retaliation from Tehran and its proxies in the Middle East.
President Donald Trump announced last Thursday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will visit the U.S. this week. The visit comes amid ongoing fighting in Gaza, unresolved hostage situations, and rising tensions with Iran, as Washington considers possible military action—potentially with Israeli support—over Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
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