US THAAD air defense system intercepted Friday morning Houthi missile
Lockheed Martin developed THAAD, and its primary purpose is to intercept and destroy short- and medium-range ballistic missiles.
A Lockheed Martin Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile interceptor is seen during the third annual "Made in America Product Showcase" on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, US, July 15, 2019.(photo credit: REUTERS/KEVIN LAMARQUE)Updated: 
