U.S. President Donald Trump is rapidly reshaping national policy with a flurry of executive orders. From day one, his bold moves have set a whirlwind pace, and now he's taking a groundbreaking step by ordering the creation of an Iron Dome system, inspired by Israel's military achievements.
In a significant stride, President Trump instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to initiate the Iron Dome system's construction without delay. This project reflects one of Trump's electoral promises, dating back to the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. He pledged that, should he win, America would build an Iron Dome akin to Israel's to safeguard its citizens.
Speaking at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Trump praised Israel's Iron Dome. He highlighted its remarkable missile defense capabilities, noting that out of the 342 missiles fired at Israel, only one caused negligible damage. He questioned why other nations shouldn’t possess such a system, stressing the imperative need for the U.S. to establish its variant. His commitment to national security means ensuring no hostile gaze can endanger the American people.
He declared that this Iron Dome would be unprecedented, an entirely domestic innovation in missile defense technology.
What is the Iron Dome?
Since its deployment in 2011, Israel's Iron Dome has stood as a stalwart guardian, an advanced close-range air defense system protecting cities from aerial threats. It boasts a remarkable efficiency: identifying nearly 100 incoming rockets, it neutralizes approximately 90 in-flight.
Upon threat detection, the Iron Dome’s radar identifies and tracks incoming missiles. Control systems assess potential impact zones, determining whether interception is necessary to minimize harm. The interceptors, known domestically as Tamir missiles, are dispatched to neutralize threats, often detonating near enemy rockets to render them ineffective.
Amid continual global tensions, Trump remains unequivocal on preserving U.S. national security. With perceived threats from nations like China, Russia, and Iran, his administration is resolute—promptly constructing an Iron Dome will fortify America against any potential aggression.
