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New Pentagon budget documents reveal that the United States allocated nearly $500 million to supply Israel with THAAD (Terminal High Altitude Area Defense) interceptor missiles during the June conflict, in which Iran launched hundreds of ballistic missiles toward Israeli territory.

Each THAAD missile costs approximately $12.7 million. According to military sources, between 100 and 150 interceptors were reportedly fired to neutralize the Iranian offensive, making this operation one of the most expensive in terms of missile defense in recent years.

The massive use of this system not only eases the intensity of the confrontation, but also Israel's growing dependence on US military support to maintain its defensive superiority in the region. The THAAD system, designed to intercept high-altitude projectiles, has become a key component of Israel's anti-missile shield, complementing the well-known "Iron Dome."

Now, the unexpected expense poses a new challenge in Washington: lawmakers must approve emergency funds to replenish the US stockpile of THAAD missiles, depleted after their deployment in the Middle East. This debate adds to the already intense discussion in Congress over the cost of military support for Israel, at a time when political sectors are pushing to prioritize the United States' domestic problems.

Beyond the budgetary aspect, the episode reflects the global dimension of the conflict: each missile fired not only responds to an immediate threat, but also highlights how regional wars directly impact public coffers and Washington's foreign policy.