The United States is planning to build a new missile defense system called the “Golden Dome.” This system will protect the country from modern threats like hypersonic weapons, orbital attacks, and electromagnetic pulses (EMP).
Why Is This Needed?
Experts say that in the future, new types of high-tech attacks may happen. For example, an EMP attack can stop all power systems, communication networks, hospitals, and even the water supply. William Forstchen, a weapons researcher from Montreat College in North Carolina, said, “We will not go back 100 years—we will lose everything.”
What Is the ‘Golden Dome’?
The goal of the Golden Dome is to build a multi-layered defense system that will work on land, at sea, and even in space. According to former President Donald Trump, this system will use space-based sensors and weapons to stop missiles launched from anywhere in the world, even from space. The operations will be run from Florida, Indiana, and Alaska.
Limitations of the Current System
Right now, the US depends on 44 ground-based interceptors located in Alaska and California. These are good for stopping small attacks, but they cannot stop large-scale attacks from countries like Russia or China. Patricia Baczilchik, a missile defense expert at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said, “The Golden Dome is moving our defense policy toward larger rivals like Russia and China.”
Challenges in Building the System
Building the Golden Dome will need a lot of money and advanced technology. Creating space-based defense systems is not easy. It will also require help from other countries and strong diplomatic support. Without these, the system may not work as planned.
Conclusion
The Golden Dome project could be a major step in strengthening the US military defense. It could protect the country from future high-tech threats. But its success will depend on technology, funding, international cooperation, and political leadership. The world will be watching how this system develops in the coming years.