Trump Proposes 'Golden Dome' Protection for Countries Amid Global Tensions
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Donald Trump proposed that Canada could join his 'Golden Dome' missile defense system for free if it relinquishes sovereignty and becomes the 51st US state, a claim met with strong opposition from Canadian officials who affirm their independence. The plan involves complex and costly technology that faces significant development challenges, and Canada's current defense commitments, including NORAD, are already evolving amid Arctic security concerns.
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- Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Statement on Golden Dome for America U.S. Department of Defense (.gov)
- China, North Korea, and Russia’s Response to Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Proposal Time Magazine
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