Pentagon Tests Directed-Energy Weapon for Trump's Golden Dome Missile Defense System
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Micah Hanks
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The Pentagon announced a major milestone in President Trump's proposed Golden Dome missile defense system after successfully testing a next-generation directed-energy weapon capable of intercepting drones and cruise missiles. The article analyzes the new directed-energy technology, how the Golden Dome aims to defend against ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic threats, and what this means for U.S. missile defense strategy.
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· 3 pulledThis week, the Pentagon announced a major milestone in the development of President Trump's proposed Golden Dome missile defense system after successfully testing a next-generation directed-energy weapon capable of intercepting drones and cruise missiles.
The Golden Dome aims to defend against ballistic, cruise, and hypersonic threats.
The new directed-energy technology represents a significant advancement in the Pentagon's missile defense capabilities.
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