US rushes more air defence systems to Middle East as Israel-Hamas conflict rages
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The U.S. is sending back the THAAD anti-ballistic missile defense system and Patriot surface-to-air missile system to Middle East. This as tensions in the region simmer over Israel-Hamas war and President Joe Biden's support to the Jewish states. It also comes after repeated attacks on U.S. troops at military bases in Iraq. The deployment of the missile systems comes in addition to aircraft carriers and 2,000 marines sent to the region in advance. Watch for more details.
“ Following detailed discussions with President (Joe) Biden on recent escalations by Iran and its proxy forces across the Middle East Region, today I directed a series of additional steps to further…
Lloyd Austin,
US sending additional air defense systems to Middle East, says…