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1/7/12

Israeli and US troops gear up for major missile defense drill after Iran maneuvers

The Israeli military is gearing up together with U.S. forces for a major missile defense exercise, the Israeli military announced Thursday, as tension between Iran and the international community escalates.

The drill is called “Austere Challenge 12” and is designed to improve defense systems and cooperation between the U.S. and Israeli forces. It follows a 10-day Iranian naval exercise near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

For more: Israeli and US troops gear up for major missile defense drill after Iran maneuvers - The Washington Post

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