In a stark warning, North Korea has denounced the US's proposed missile defense project known as the "Golden Dome," arguing that it could escalate tensions and lead to a nuclear military confrontation in space.
North Korea Warns US 'Golden Dome' Project Could Spark Space Nuclear War
North Korea Warns US 'Golden Dome' Project Could Spark Space Nuclear War
North Korea critiques US defense system, claiming it threatens global security with potential space arms race.
In the backdrop of increasing tensions on the Korean Peninsula, North Korea has lambasted the United States for its plans to create a sophisticated missile defense system dubbed the "Golden Dome." This system, announced by President Donald Trump, is designed to address cutting-edge aerial threats including advanced missile technology. Pyongyang's foreign ministry condemned the initiative as "the height of self-righteousness [and] arrogance," asserting that it could transform space into "a potential nuclear war field."
Officials in North Korea conveyed concerns that the US is intent on militarizing outer space, which could trigger a global arms race in nuclear and space capabilities. Analysts suggest that the North perceives the Golden Dome as a direct threat that could diminish the effectiveness of its own nuclear arsenal. Hong Min, a senior analyst, noted that should the US successfully deploy this defense system, North Korea would need to develop alternative strategies to neutralize the threat.
North Korea's worry is echoed by China, which has also criticized the initiative and expressed serious concerns about its implications for regional and global security. China's foreign ministry remarked that the US’s focus on pursuing absolute security undermines global strategic stability.
Although many experts believe there is a necessity for upgrades to US missile defense mechanisms, they cautioned about the potential challenges, both technical and financial, in realizing the Golden Dome. A budget proposal has already allocated an initial $25 billion for the project, but estimates suggest final costs could soar up to 20 times that amount over the years.
Officials in North Korea conveyed concerns that the US is intent on militarizing outer space, which could trigger a global arms race in nuclear and space capabilities. Analysts suggest that the North perceives the Golden Dome as a direct threat that could diminish the effectiveness of its own nuclear arsenal. Hong Min, a senior analyst, noted that should the US successfully deploy this defense system, North Korea would need to develop alternative strategies to neutralize the threat.
North Korea's worry is echoed by China, which has also criticized the initiative and expressed serious concerns about its implications for regional and global security. China's foreign ministry remarked that the US’s focus on pursuing absolute security undermines global strategic stability.
Although many experts believe there is a necessity for upgrades to US missile defense mechanisms, they cautioned about the potential challenges, both technical and financial, in realizing the Golden Dome. A budget proposal has already allocated an initial $25 billion for the project, but estimates suggest final costs could soar up to 20 times that amount over the years.
