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US Doubles THAAD Interceptors to Israel, Cautions Allies

5/24/2026

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The United States deployed twice as many Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors against Iranian missiles at Israel as Israel used.
U.S. officials warned THAAD use could deplete stockpiles needed by allies Japan and South Korea.
Israeli windsurfers who won gold and silver at event in Portugal say they aim for 2028 medals.
Israel’s NILI task force, formed after October 7 attacks, has struck Hamas operatives in Iran and Lebanon.

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The United States deployed twice as many Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) interceptors against Iranian missiles at Israel as Israel used.
U.S. officials warned THAAD use could deplete stockpiles needed by allies Japan and South Korea.
Israeli windsurfers who won gold and silver at event in Portugal say they aim for 2028 medals.
Israel’s NILI task force, formed after October 7 attacks, has struck Hamas operatives in Iran and Lebanon.