![US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-10/71729500090_tbantimissilesyste.jpg)
US says THAAD anti-missile system is 'in place' in Israel
THAAD is a critical part of the US military's layered air defense systems and adds to Israel's already formidable anti-missile defenses.
Mon Oct 21 2024
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More THAAD launchers to be deployed Thursday
Four more THAAD rocket launchers will be installed this week at the US missile defence base in South Korea, the Ministry of National Defense announced Wednesday despite strong opposition from local re
Thu Sep 07 2017
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US 'ready' to install more THAAD launchers - Pentagon
US is ready to deploy the remaining parts of an advanced missile defence system to South Korea, the Pentagon said Monday with tensions rising over North Korea's latest missile test.
Tue Aug 01 2017
![US THAAD missile defences hit test target as North Korea tension rises US THAAD missile defences hit test target as North Korea tension rises](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-07/41499850975_TerminalHighAltitu.jpg)
US THAAD missile defences hit test target as North Korea tension rises
The United States said on Tuesday it shot down a simulated, incoming intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) similar to the ones being developed by countries like North Korea.
Wed Jul 12 2017
![U.S. plans to test THAAD missile defenses as North Korea tensions mount U.S. plans to test THAAD missile defenses as North Korea tensions mount](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/61491290272_THAAD.jpg)
U.S. plans to test THAAD missile defenses as North Korea tensions mount
The United States plans to carry out a new test of its THAAD missile defense system against an intermediate-range ballistic missile in the coming days.
Sat Jul 08 2017
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South Korea does not aim to change US missile defence deal - security adviser
Chung Eui-yong called the decision to delay installation of remaining launchers of the THAAD system, a domestic measure to ensure a democratic process.
Sat Jun 10 2017
![North Korea fires suspected land-to-ship missiles as South Korea delays THAAD North Korea fires suspected land-to-ship missiles as South Korea delays THAAD](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/51493913053_NorthKoreanflag.jpg)
North Korea fires suspected land-to-ship missiles as South Korea delays THAAD
The launches come less than a week after the United Nations Security Council passed fresh sanctions on the reclusive state.
Thu Jun 08 2017
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'Shocked' South Korea leader orders probe into US THAAD additions
Moon Jae-in has ordered a probe after his Defence Ministry failed to inform him that four more launchers for the controversial U.S. THAAD anti-missile system had been brought into the country.
Wed May 31 2017
![North Korea missile detected by THAAD, programme progressing faster than expected - South North Korea missile detected by THAAD, programme progressing faster than expected - South](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-05/51494991329_NorthKorea.jpg)
North Korea missile detected by THAAD, programme progressing faster than expected - South
North Korea has defied all calls to rein in its nuclear and missile programs, even from China, its lone major ally, calling them legitimate self-defence.
Wed May 17 2017
![South Korea says U.S. reaffirms it will pay THAAD costs; joint drills wrap up South Korea says U.S. reaffirms it will pay THAAD costs; joint drills wrap up](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/61493529302_THAAD.jpg)
South Korea says U.S. reaffirms it will pay THAAD costs; joint drills wrap up
South Korea said Washington had reaffirmed it would shoulder the cost of deploying the THAAD anti-missile system, days after US President Donald Trump said Seoul should pay for the $1-billion system.
Sun Apr 30 2017
![Trump vows to fix or scrap South Korea trade deal, wants missile system payment Trump vows to fix or scrap South Korea trade deal, wants missile system payment](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/51491184014_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump vows to fix or scrap South Korea trade deal, wants missile system payment
U.S. President Donald Trump told Reuters on Thursday he will either renegotiate or terminate what he called a "horrible" free trade deal with South Korea.
Fri Apr 28 2017
![Trump's demand Seoul pay for THAAD will test ties as Moon presidency looms Trump's demand Seoul pay for THAAD will test ties as Moon presidency looms](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/51493201091_THAAD.jpg)
Trump's demand Seoul pay for THAAD will test ties as Moon presidency looms
In an exclusive interview, Trump told Reuters on Thursday that he wants South Korea to pay for the $1 billion Terminal High Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) system.
Fri Apr 28 2017
![US moves THAAD anti-missile to South Korean site, sparking protests US moves THAAD anti-missile to South Korean site, sparking protests](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-04/51493201091_THAAD.jpg)
US moves THAAD anti-missile to South Korean site, sparking protests
A spokesman said the decision "ignored public opinion and due process" and demanded the deployment be suspended until the next administration was in place and had made its policy decision.
Wed Apr 26 2017
![Hyundai faces host of China problems, from missiles to SUVs Hyundai faces host of China problems, from missiles to SUVs](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2016-12/71482812816_HyundaiKorea.jpg)
Hyundai faces host of China problems, from missiles to SUVs
Things took a dramatic turn for the worse in March after photos went viral of defaced Hyundai cars, purportedly damaged by people in China angry with South Korea's decision to begin deploying Thaad.
Tue Apr 25 2017
![South Korea says it still plans to deploy THAAD system South Korea says it still plans to deploy THAAD system](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/http://img.astroawani.com/2017-02/61487670734_SouthKoreaFLag.jpg)
South Korea says it still plans to deploy THAAD system
South Korea said Monday that it still plans to host an advanced American anti-missile battery, and to get it operating as soon as possible.
Mon Apr 17 2017
![Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738841775_DonaldTrump.jpg)
Trump order seeks to ban transgender women and girls from female sports
My administration will not stand by and watch men beat and batter female athletes, says US President Donald Trump.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/81738835526_Palestinians.jpg)
Israel orders army to prepare for 'voluntary departure' of Gazans after Trump unveils plan
Defence Minister says his plan would include exit options via land crossings, as well as special arrangements for departure by sea and air.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2024-11/61732854918_tbPhilippines.jpg)
Philippines' Marcos says vice president's impeachment not a matter for executive branch
The Senate has no choice but to process the impeachment complaint, says Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Police identify victims of helicopter incident Police identify victims of helicopter incident](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/41738835271_helikopterterhempas.jpg)
Police identify victims of helicopter incident
Police say a security guard saved the pilot by pulling him from the burning aircraft, about 100 meters from the landing site.
Thu Feb 06 2025
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Malaysia pledges USD200,000 to accelerate Timor-Leste’s ASEAN membership
Foreign Minister says M'sia will lead efforts to streamline Timor-Leste's ASEAN membership, ensuring compliance with 88 agreements.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738832446_AustraliaFlag.jpg)
Australia passes tough hate crime laws with mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes
The laws will impose minimum jail sentences between 12 months for less serious hate crimes, such as giving a Nazi salute in public.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/51738821042_googlegemini.jpg)
Google introduces new class of cheap AI models as cost concerns intensify
Alphabet's Google announces updates to its Gemini family of large language models.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-02/71738832287_ProtestersBangaban.jpg)
Bangladesh protesters torch ousted PM Hasina's father's home
Protesters expresses their fury over Hasina's social media speech, which they viewed as a challenge to the newly formed interim government.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/41738135125_TBCEASEFIREGAZA.jpg)
How Trump's Gaza proposals could violate international law
Here's a look at the ramifications of Trump's plans under international law.
Thu Feb 06 2025
![South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say](https://resizer-awani.eco.astro.com.my/tr:w-177,h-100,q-100,f-auto/https://img.astroawani.com/2025-01/51738013153_Deepseeklogo.jpg)
South Korean ministries block DeepSeek on security concerns, officials say
South Korea's information privacy watchdog plans to ask DeepSeek about how the personal information of users is managed.
Thu Feb 06 2025