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The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe/File)
May 22, 2026, 2:55 am
US said to fire more interceptors to protect Israel in latest Iran war than Israel did
WaPo report says US fired 300 interceptors, including over half its THAADs, while Israel fired 190; US official says even more would be used if war resumes because Israel has sent some missile defense batteries for maintenance
By ToI Staff
An Israeli missile defense system fires interceptors at missiles fired from Iran, as seen over central Israel, March 9, 2026. (Yossi Aloni/Flash90)
March 18, 2026, 10:35 pm
Amid claims of looming interceptor shortage, experts dismiss alarm over finite defenses
Reports of Jerusalem running low on air defense munitions fuel concern, but experts say modern wars inevitably drain stockpiles — and Israel likely planned for it
By Stav Levaton
This handout satellite image taken by 2026 Planet Labs PBC on March 1, 2026 shows a view of smoke rising from damage at the US Fifth fleet naval base in Bahrain's capital Manama after it was hit by Iranian strikes. (© 2026 Planet Labs PBC / AFP)
March 12, 2026, 2:07 am
At least 25 Iranian attacks have targeted US sites in Middle East, analysis finds
Extent of Iran’s attacks shows it was better prepared for war than the White House thought, officials tell NYT, which reports at least 17 American sites have been damaged
By AFP and ToI Staff
Israeli air defense system fires to intercept Iranian missiles over Tel Aviv, June 13, 2025. (AP/Leo Correa)
December 29, 2025, 5:50 pm
Amid threats of fresh bout with Iran, experts warn missile defenses may not be ready
With Tehran rebuilding its arsenal and US interceptor supplies depleted and slow to replenish, analysts say another war may prove more of a challenge to Israel’s home front
By Stav Levaton
Israeli air defense systems fire to intercept missiles during an Iranian attack over Tel Aviv, Israel, June 18, 2025. (AP/Leo Correa)
June 18, 2025, 12:03 pm
Israel running low on Arrow interceptors, US burning through its systems too – WSJ
US official says Israel could have to start rationing air defenses by later this week, and ‘the system is already overwhelmed’; Israel has given no indication of shortage
By ToI Staff
In this image courtesy of DVIDS, a US Air Force Airmen offloads a THAAD launcher from a C-17 GlobeMaster III at Nevatim Air Base, Israel, for an exercise, March 1, 2019. (Robert DURR / DVIDS / AFP)
June 14, 2025, 3:35 am
US air defense systems, naval destroyer help down Iranian missiles fired at Israel
American officials say second destroyer to begin moving forward so it can be available if requested, as US shifts military resources in Mideast in response to the strikes
By TARA COPP and Lolita C. Baldor
A large fire and plume of smoke is visible in the port city of Hodeida, Yemen, September 29, 2024, after Israeli strikes on the Houthi-controlled city. (AP Photo/ File)
May 11, 2025, 10:38 pm
IDF issues ‘urgent’ evacuation warning for three Houthi-controlled ports in Yemen
No immediate reports of Israeli strikes; military calls for civilians to stay away from ports ‘until further notice’
By Emanuel Fabian
Israelis on Tel Aviv beach run for safety as missile sirens sound, May 9, 2025. A missile fired by the Houthis in Yemen was intercepted beyond Israel's borders. (X screenshot; used in accordance with clause 27a of the copyright law)
May 9, 2025, 6:29 pm
IDF says it shot down Houthi missile that triggered sirens across central Israel
Latest attack since Israeli strikes in Yemen and ceasefire between Iran-backed group and US causes no direct damage or injuries; Katz warns Israel will respond
By Emanuel Fabian
The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe/File)
April 6, 2025, 12:57 pm
US said to transfer 2nd THAAD missile battery to Israel as Iran nuclear tensions rise
Deployment of defense system comes as PM set to meet Trump in DC; Iran says direct talks with US would be ‘meaningless’ if Washington continues threatening to attack
By Emanuel Fabian and ToI Staff
A US THAAD missile defense system in Israel is deployed amid a Houthi attack early on December 27, 2024. (Screen capture/X)
December 28, 2024, 1:31 am
In first, US THAAD system deployed in Israel assists in Houthi missile interception
Iran-backed rebels say fresh air strikes hit Yemeni capital, several hours after terrorists launch ballistic missile at Israel for 5th time in eight nights
By Emanuel Fabian and Agencies
The Democrat and Republican switches are seen on a lever voting machine on display during an open house and talk on the origins of the secret ballot at the New Hampshire State Archives, in Concord, New Hampshire, October 24, 2024. (Charles Krupa/AP)
October 30, 2024, 4:11 pm
Poll: Democrats, Republicans split on Israel’s responsibility for war’s escalation
Though most voters blame terror groups Hamas and Hezbollah, 6 in 10 Democrats say Jerusalem has a ‘lot’ of responsibility; only a quarter of Republicans agree
By AP and ToI Staff
Iranian army soldiers march during the annual military parade marking the anniversary of the outbreak of the 1980-1988 war with Saddam Hussein's Iraq, in Tehran on September 21, 2024. (Atta Kenare / AFP)
October 25, 2024, 9:44 am
Iran readying for war with Israel as it braces for response to missile attack — NYT
Strike on oil or nuclear sites could lead Tehran to take drastic measures for fear of seeming weak, but attack on weapons depots or military bases may not warrant further response
By ToI Staff
The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe/File)
October 21, 2024, 9:48 am
US defense chief says THAAD missile defense battery is now ‘in place’ in Israel
Visiting Ukraine, Lloyd Austin says Washington is working ‘to dial down the tensions’ between Tehran and Jerusalem, declines to say if anti-missile system is fully operational
By Agencies and ToI Staff
Children sift through waste at a landfill in Khan Yunis in the southern Gaza Strip on October 15, 2024. (Bashar Taleb / AFP)
October 16, 2024, 12:04 pm
Daily Briefing Oct. 16: Day 376 – US gives 30-day ultimatum on Gaza aid. Can Israel deliver?
Senior analyst Haviv Rettig Gur on US letter that links humanitarian aid to Gaza with US weapons supplies and how Israel is becoming increasingly self-reliant
By ToI Staff
The US military deploys a THAAD missile defense system in Israel, March 2019. (US Army Europe)
October 16, 2024, 12:13 am
Missile battery deployment deepens US role in conflict between Israel and Iran
Experts say deployment of THAAD missile defense battery brings added risk to American troops operating it, and is a sign of US commitment to Israel’s security
By W.G. Dunlop
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