U.S. to send air defense system and troops to Israel
The Pentagon said it will deploy the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defense battery and crew to Israel after recent Iranian missile attacks.
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A South Korean village is protesting U.S. plans for THAAD missile defense upgrades
The potential upgrade at a U.S. air defense base, within range of missiles in North Korea and China, has residents concerned as Seoul walks a delicate balancing act between the rival powers.
Trump, During Visit To Japan, Talks Trade And North Korea
The president said he expected Japan to buy lots of new weapons from the U.S., including missile interceptors and new F-35 fighter jets.
Korean Village's Message To THAAD Missile Defense System: 'Go Away'
From a golf course in South Korea, the U.S. can now shoot down North Korean missiles. But residents don't want a missile defense system in their backyard — and neither does China.
THAAD Missile System Will Be Online Within Days In South Korea, Admiral Says
"I believe that we have to look at North Korea as if Kim Jong Un will do what he says," says Adm. Harry Harris, commander of the U.S. Pacific Command.
U.S. Fast-Tracks Missile Defense System To South Korea, Drawing China's Ire
The THAAD missile defense system will go up in South Korea to help defend against North Korea's missile program. But it's causing a geopolitical tussle.
U.S. Sends First Parts Of THAAD Missile Defense System To South Korea
China has opposed the move, which the U.S. is calling a defensive measure against North Korea. Chinese state-run media warned that THAAD's presence will bring an "arms race in the region."