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US troops to reportedly operate THAAD anti-ballistic missile system in Israel
The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe/File)
The US will deploy the THAAD anti-ballistic missile system in Israel, according to reports by Channel 12 news and Army Radio that describe the move as part of preparations for the expected Israeli response to Iran’s recent missile attack.
Channel 12 news says the advanced missile defense system will be operated by American troops on Israeli soil.
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