Watch: Israel deploys US THAAD system for first time - what is it

The U.S. THAAD system has successfully intercepted a Houthi ballistic missile aimed at Israel, marking its first-ever interception on Israeli soil. The missile was neutralized with help from Israel's Arrow defense system. Deployed in October 2024, THAAD, developed by Lockheed Martin, is designed to destroy short- and medium-range ballistic missiles during their final flight phase, strengthening Israel's defense against threats, particularly from Iran-backed groups like the Houthis. #THAAD #MissileDefense #HouthiMissile #IsraelDefense #BallisticMissile #LockheedMartin #ArrowDefense #USMilitary #IsraelSecurity #MiddleEast #Oneindia #OneindiaNews Also Read EXPLAINED | Is Yemen The Next Battleground In Israel's Campaign Against Iranian-backed Militias? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/explained-is-yemen-the-next-battleground-in-israels-campaign-against-iranian-backed-militias-4026285.html?ref=DMDesc Yemen's Houthi Rebels Launch Drones and Missiles at US Navy Warships in Red Sea :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/yemen-houthi-rebels-drones-missiles-us-warships-red-sea-011-3985515.html?ref=DMDesc Missile From Yemen's Rebels Triggers Air Raid Sirens at Israel's International Airport :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/yemen-rebels-missile-lands-israel-international-airport-011-3935517.html?ref=DMDesc ~PR.362~ED.103~HT.336~GR.125~