US Gets Ready for Space Missile Tests

The U.S. Department of Defense, known as the Pentagon, is working on developing the "Golden Dome" space missile defense system aimed at intercepting ballistic missiles in space. This initiative is part of a project estimated to cost $185 billion. The plan includes ground testing within this year, followed by flight tests in 2027 and 2028, then an intercept trial of a target in 2029, with the possibility of system activation in 2030 if tests are successful. The program relies on developing three types of intercept missiles for different stages of the enemy missile's flight, involving 12 companies including SpaceX and Lockheed Martin. The project faces challenges related to funding and technology, with estimates suggesting that building a space defense network to counter a limited number of missiles could exceed $700 billion. The goal is to counter threats from Russia and China, but it also raises concerns about a new space arms race.

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