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Missile attack from Yemen intercepted

The attack set off sirens in several regions of Israel. One woman was reported injured on her way to a shelter.

Iran boasts its new advanced weaponry

Iran boasts its new advanced weaponry, while Iranian hackers improve control over networks across the Middle East.

Attack on airport:

Interceptor missile malfunction caused it to fail

The IAF inquiry found that the first interceptor did not operate as expected due to a technical error, and the second interceptor, which was launched by the American THAAD system, missed its target.

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Missile strikes Ben Gurion Airport

Arrow and Thaad systems fail to intercept ballistic missile, resulting in injuries to civilians at Ben Gurion Airport. Defense Minister: "Whoever attacks us will be struck sevenfold."

Amid Houthi attacks:

US transfers THAAD missile defense system to Israel

Saudi media reports that the US transferred two Patriot batteries and a THAAD missile interceptor battery to Israel during its military operation against the Houthi rebels in Yemen.

For the first time:

US THAAD system successfully intercepts Houthi missile

The US-supplied Terminal High Altitude Area Defense system, which has been stationed in Israel since October, successfully intercepted the missile fired by Houthi rebels early Friday morning.

US Sec. of Defense:

THAAD anti-missile system 'in place' in Israel

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin noted that the US could put the system into operation very quickly and added: 'We're on pace with our expectations.'

Biden to Congress:

'THAAD, troops deployed to defend Israel against further attack'

US President writes letter to Congressional leadership detailing the measures his administration has taken to defend Israel against Iranian missile attacks.

THAAD missile defense system arrives in Israel

The American THAAD missile defense system has arrived in Israel and will be operational in the near future, Pentagon statement says.

Running low:

Israel facing looming air defense shortage

A new report brings to light the toll of more than a year of continual interceptor use for both Israel and the USA.

Pentagon:

Deployment of advanced missile defense system in Israel approved

Secretary Lloyd Austin authorized the deployment of a THAAD battery and US military personnel to Israel to help bolster Israel's air defenses following Iran's unprecedented attacks against Israel on April 13 and again on October 1.

US to deliver ballistic missile interceptor batteries to Israel

For the first time, in preparation for threats from Iran, the US will deploy a THAAD air defense system in Israel to intercept long-range ballistic missiles.

Amid escalation with Iran:

US to send additional air defense systems to Middle East

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin orders series of additional steps to strengthen US posture in the region.

First-ever rapid deployment of THAAD in Israel completed

EUCOM completes first-ever short-notice rapid deployment of the THAAD system in Israel.

'Testament to strength of US-Israel alliance'

US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman and PM Binyamin Netanyahu visit site of THAAD system in southern Israel.

US missile defense system deploys to Israel

US EUCOM deploys THAAD system to Israel as part of joint exercise. PM Netanyahu: Bond between US, Israel, has never been stronger.

'Put an Iron Dome in South Korea'

Retired Marine Corps Lt. Col. North calls on US to pressure Israel into providing missile defense systems to defend against North Korea.

U.S. successfully tests missile interception system

American forces test THAAD system which they hope to set up on the Korean peninsula.

South Korean officials:

Suspected North Korea drone spied on U.S. anti-missile system

South Korea deploying U.S. anti-missile defense system 250 km from North Korea border to counter growing missile threat from North.

THAAD system operational in South Korea

U.S. military's THAAD anti-missile system now operational in South Korea, say officials.

U.S. moving missile defense system to South Korea

U.S. military starts moving parts of THAAD anti-missile defense system to planned deployment site in South Korea.

U.S. to deploy anti-missile system in South Korea ASAP

Senior official says the United States plans to deploy the THAAD anti-missile system to South Korea “as soon as possible.”

North Korea threatens to respond to American defense system

North Korea promises a "physical response" to the United States and South Korea's deployment of an advanced missile defense system.

US Secy John Kerry in China Over North Korean Nuke Crisis

US Secretary of State John Kerry flew to China on Saturday to discuss how to prevent Pyongyang from launching a nuclear war.

US to Move High-Profile Missile Defense System to Guam

Increasing aggressive North Korean rhetoric prompts the US to decide to deploy a high-profile missile-defense system on the island of Guam.