Washington Fortifies Middle East Sky: THAAD and Patriot Systems Deployed as U.S. Prepares for "Decisive Strike" on Iran

U.S. media sources have confirmed that the Pentagon is rapidly reinforcing air defense systems across the Middle East in anticipation of a major Iranian retaliatory strike. Under directives from President Donald Trump, the U.S. is deploying additional THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) systems and multiple Patriot missile batteries. This defensive surge aims to shield Israel, regional allies, and U.S. forward-deployed forces from a potential "proportional response" should Trump order his threatened "decisive strike" against Tehran.

While military posturing is at its peak, defense officials suggest that a direct U.S. strike may not occur in the immediate future, prioritizing the "shielding phase" to minimize risks. The deployment of the THAAD system, specifically designed to intercept ballistic missiles at high altitudes, signals Washington's readiness to counter Iran’s most potent long-range arsenal. This move reinforces Trump’s "Peace through Strength" strategy, creating a high-tech barrier while keeping diplomatic channels on a very tight leash.