Golden Dome to guard US from ‘anywhere, even Space': What you need to know about Trump’s $175 billion missile shield

The United States has unveiled a massive missile defence initiative known as the Golden Dome, a first-of-its-kind space-based shield designed to intercept a range of threats from missiles to drones. Announced by President Donald Trump, the $175 billion system will integrate land, sea, and space technologies, including future space-based interceptors. Inspired by Israels Iron Dome, the programme will be led by Space Force General Michael Guetlein and aims to become operational by the end of Trumps term, drawing criticism from Russia and China for its destabilising potential.