forces, bolster regional deterrence

On October 21, 2023, the Secretary of Defense directed the deployment of a THAAD battery, as well as additional Patriot battalions, to locations throughout the region to increase force protection for U.S. forces, bolster regional deterrence efforts, and assist in the defense of Israel. According to a report, the THAAD battery deployed in 2023 and supporting Patriot units remain in the region. United States Deploys THAAD to Israel On October 13, 2024 the Department of Defense announced ufabet