THAAD

THAAD is a U.S. Army missile defense system designed to intercept and destroy short, medium, and intermediate-range ballistic missiles at high altitudes.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news due to new multi-billion dollar production deals aimed at increasing its supply and manufacturing capacity.

Latest on THAAD

• US signs deal to boost Patriot and THAAD missile parts production
• Northrop gets $3B framework deal to increase motor production for PAC-3, THAAD
• Lockheed inks massive THAAD deal worth up to $35B

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