US President Donald Trump is pushing ahead with his ambitious “Golden Dome” defense system, a massive advanced shield project expected to cost around $1.2 trillion. Trump has reportedly set a 2029 deadline for the system to become fully operational, while Congress has so far approved $24 billion for the initiative.


Trump Sets 2029 Deadline for an Advanced Fully Operational Dome 

Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome” missile defense shield could carry a staggering price tag of $1.2 trillion, according to new estimates, while the U.S. Congress has approved only $24 billion so far for the ambitious project. The defense initiative, aimed at strengthening America’s missile interception capabilities, has sparked debate over military spending, national security priorities, and long-term feasibility.


Trump's 'Golden Dome' to Cost $1.2 Trillion | Congress Clears $24 Billion So Far 

Donald Trump has reportedly moved forward with plans to build the Golden Dome and has finalised two companies to work together. Smashing missiles from space might sound all sci-fi, but there is one major problem.  

Golden Dome seeks $18bn, pegs major test for 2028. One tiny problem, the technology doesn't even exist

After weeks of threats and tariff talk, Donald Trump has flipped the script on Greenland. Instead of force or trade punishment, the US president is now pushing a negotiated deal with NATO that could reshape control of the Arctic. All you need to know.

Trump's Greenland U-turn explained: NATO, 'forever' framework, minerals, Golden Dome and more | In Pics

At Davos 2026, President Trump demanded land from Denmark in Greenland to build his $175-billion "Golden Dome" missile defense shield, declaring it will also "decide Canada." The provocative claim escalates NATO tensions as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed Greenland's essential role against Russia and China missile threats, blending Arctic expansion with strategic defense ambitions before world leaders.

Trump Demands Denmark for Golden Dome

The Iron Dome is a product of the joint efforts of Israeli state-owned defense companies Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI), with significant financial and technical support provided from the United States.

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Despite intense reported lobbying, U.S. President Donald Trump is unlikely to win this year’s Nobel Peace Prize, say experts. Analysts highlight that his policies, including aid cuts and strained international relations, run counter to the prize’s core values. Potential winners include humanitarian groups like UNICEF and Doctors Without Borders. 

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China has unveiled a functional prototype of a global missile defense system, reflecting ambitions similar to the United States’ proposed Golden Dome initiative. According to the South China Morning Post, scientists working on the project have hailed it as a major breakthrough in data processing for managing global threats.


China Deploys Prototype Of Global Defence System Similar To Trump's Golden Dome

President Trump is scheduled to attend an unusual gathering of U.S. generals and admirals at the Quantico military base in Virginia tomorrow. The event is organised by Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. It is currently being looked upon as a part of a broader push to promote a new 'warrior ethos' within the Pentagon

President Donald Trump To Attend Rare Military Gathering At Quantico Base In Virginia

The trump family’s crypto venture, world liberty financial, has unlocked massive paper gains, potentially billions, following the public trading debut of their WLFI token. Critics are sounding alarms over ethics and conflicts of interest.

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Steve Feinberg, the Pentagon official in charge of President Donald Trump’s Golden Dome missile defense initiative, was scheduled on Wednesday to receive his first official briefing on the architecture of the ambitious \$175 billion project. The briefing represents a key milestone for U.S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein, who oversees the program’s daily operations, indicating that planning, funding, and development are now gaining momentum.


Golden Dome Missile Defence Programme Moves Forward With Pentagon Review 

The Kremlin indicated on Wednesday that President Donald Trump's "Golden Dome" missile shield plans could force the resumption in the foreseeable future of contacts between Moscow and Washington about nuclear arms control.


Russia Announces Major Modernisation of Its Nuclear Defence | WION

The expansion of potential partners for the $175 billion space-based missile defense program comes amid a deteriorating relationship between Donald Trump and Elon Musk after a public falling-out on June 5.

No more Golden Dome for US? Washington looks beyond Musk's SpaceX for Trump's ambitious project after fallout

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

'It’s not good old Canada-USA': Trump’s $500 billion ‘Golden Dome’ plan needs Canada's help: Here's why

President Donald Trump has appointed General Michael Guetlein to lead the Golden Dome missile defence initiative, a high-priority programme aimed at defending the US from long-range missile threats.

Who is General Michael Guetlein, and why did Trump choose him to lead the Golden Dome Missile Defence Program?

Donald Trump's Golden Dome is a missile shield system. As per the US president, once fully constructed, it would protect the nation from missiles launched from space and land.

Donald Trump's 'Golden Dome' missile shield system: Cost, capabilities, and more, all you need to know | WION Explains

President Donald Trump’s ambitious missile defense program, dubbed the “Golden Dome,” aims to deploy 1,000 satellites to protect America from nuclear threats. With Elon Musk’s SpaceX and Starlink playing a key role, the US is entering a new era of space-based military defense, costing trillions but promising unmatched security.

Trump's Golden Dome: 1,000 satellites to shield America from nukes

On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump asked Congress to fund a "state-of-the-art" Golden Dome. Trump has pushed for a missile defense shield, similar to Israel's, to protect the US He said, "As commander in chief, my focus is on building the most powerful military of the future."

Trump asks Congress to fund 'Golden Dome' missile shield for US

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