US President Donald Trump announced that the “Golden Dome” project, a developed defensive system, will take three years to finish its construction, that is, before the end of its presidential term.
Trump pointed out that the cost of the project will reach about 175 billion dollars, stressing that this project will enhance US national security.
Trump did not provide additional details about the nature of the system or financing sources, which raised questions about the feasibility of the project and its impact on the federal budget.
Details of the “Golden Dome” missile defense system
The “Golden Dome” system is an ambitious American defense initiative announced by President Donald Trump, aimed at protecting American lands from missile threats, including ballistic missiles, winged, and vocal excessive. The regime is partially inspired by the Israeli “Iron Dome”, but it exceeds the range and technology to cover the entire United States. Here are the most prominent details based on the available information:
The purpose and design:
The system is a multi -layered missile shield, designed to intercept missiles at all stages of airline (launch, flying, and landing).
It depends on advanced technologies that include satellite sensors, interceptor missiles, and accurate laser rays, with a network of satellites to secure defensive excellence.
The goal is to face threats from countries such as North Korea or others, including long -range missiles and tropical nuclear weapons.
Cost and financing:
The total cost is estimated at about $ 175 billion, with a preliminary allocation of $ 25 billion for the first stage.
Initial financing includes 7.2 billion dollars to develop satellite sensors, $ 5.6 billion for satellite interceptor missiles, and $ 2.4 billion for other costs.
The project has sparked criticism for its high cost and the challenges of implementation, as it is considered completely implemented by some experts.
Table:
Trump announced that the project will take three years to end, that is, before the end of its second term in January 2029.
Pentagon put a preliminary design draft, military leaders offered development options to the White House.
Technology and participating companies:
The system depends on an armed satellite network with delicate missiles and laser radiation, while combining artificial intelligence techniques to accelerate the response.
The “SpaceX” company, affiliated with Elon Musk, is a strong candidate to participate in the development of the system, especially in the space aspects.
L3ARRIS company expands its space capabilities to support the project.
Criticism and challenges:
The project faces sharp criticism for the high cost and the difficulty of achieving comprehensive protection for the American air field.
Russia and China expressed their concerns that the regime may destabilize the global strategic balance.
Some experts believe that relying on complex space technology may face logistical and technical obstacles.
Strategic context:
Trump announced the project in the context of increasing threats, such as the North Korea missile capabilities.
The system is seen as part of the update of the American nuclear trinity, with a focus on space defense.
Information about the system is still at an early stage, with limited details about the accurate technical aspects.
The project sparked widespread controversy, as some see it as a step to enhance national security, while others consider it costly and unclean.
