Trump’s space-based ‘golden dome’ missile shield explained
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: May 21, 2025, 23:19 IST | Updated: May 21, 2025, 23:19 IST
The missile system originates from Trump’s January 27 executive order where he called for the planning of what he called “The Iron Dome for America.” It would act as a next-generation multi-layered shield that will protect the entire US territory against threats from "ballistic, hypersonic, and cruise missiles."
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