US President Donald Trump has directed the Pentagon to begin planning for a “Golden Dome” missile defense system. Here are the key details:
- System Overview:
- Golden Dome is envisioned as a comprehensive, nationwide missile defense capability designed to counter advanced threats including ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles.
- It will integrate space-based sensors, interceptors, and advanced communication networks to detect and neutralize threats early.
- Layered Defense Strategy:
- In addition to space-based components, the system will incorporate ground and naval defenses to provide a robust, multi-layered security network across US airspace.
- Quick data sharing and rapid response capabilities are central to its design.
- Comparison with Iron Dome:
- Trump cited Israel’s Iron Dome as a reference point. While Iron Dome is a regional system focused on intercepting short-range rockets and artillery shells, Golden Dome is planned as a nationwide shield capable of addressing high-end missile threats.
(Source: SPACE News)
