Overview

• President Trump announced the Golden Dome, a missile defense system designed to protect the U.S. from advanced threats like hypersonic and ballistic missiles, with a projected cost of $175 billion.
• The system will integrate ground- and space-based technologies, including satellites and interceptors, to detect and neutralize missiles at all stages of flight.
• Experts and analysts question the feasibility of the three-year timeline, citing significant technical challenges, particularly in deploying space-based interceptors and advanced sensors.
• International reactions include strong objections from China, which claims the system could destabilize global security and spark an arms race, while Canada is exploring potential participation in the project.
• The Pentagon is in the early stages of planning and development, with contractors like SpaceX and Lockheed Martin being considered, but funding beyond the initial $25 billion remains uncertain.