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The US will deploy a THAAD missile defense system and support troops to Israel, reinforcing air defences amid escalating regional tensions involving Iran and its allies.

Summary

  1. Deployment underscores commitment to Israel’s security.
  2. Move aims to deter further missile attacks from Iran.
  3. Israel recently retired its Patriot air defense systems.
  4. THAAD covers wider area than Patriot systems.
  5. Iran warns US against deepening involvement in region.

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