Why should Trump’s “Iron Dome” be superior to the Israel missile shield to frustrate China, Russia
“We immediately need to start building the Iron Dome missile defense shield, which will be able to protect Americans,” said Monday while addressing Republican lawmakers in his national resort to Trump Dame Miami Golf in Florida. . He added that the system “will be made here in the United States.”
The Iron Dome of Israel was developed in coordination with the United States-with billions of dollars from Washington-to intercede and destroy threats such as short-range missiles, artillery shells and drones that do not exceed 70 km (43 miles).
Since 2023, Israel has used the regime to shoot down the rockets launched by its regional enemies, such as Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran.
“They demolished each of them,” Trump said on Monday, referring to Israel’s use of the air defense system against missile attacks and drones. “So I think the United States is entitled to it.”
Trump has repeatedly praised the Israel missile shield and promised to build an American version. In July, he built a “great iron dome” part of the official Republican Party platform.
