Joe Biden Orders US Military To Help Israel Repel Iran’s Missile Attack

President Joe Biden ordered US military forces in the region to help Israel’s defence against the Iranian attack and shoot down the missiles, the White House has said.

Sky News

This morning, @VP and I convened our national security team to discuss Iranian plans to launch an imminent missile attack against Israel.

We discussed how the United States is prepared to help Israel defend against these attacks, and protect American personnel in the region.

President Joe Biden

.@POTUS and @VP convened two meetings with their national security team in the WH Situation Room today and are receiving regular updates. The President directed the US military to aid Israel’s defense against Iranian attacks & shoot down missiles targeting Israel. They also reviewed preparations to protect U.S. personnel in the region.

Karine Jean-Pierre
White House Press Secretary