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Donald Trump announces plan to build an “Iron Dome” in the USA, a kind of “giant umbrella” inspired by the Israeli defense system. The proposal aims to protect American territory from possible attacks and is one of the main points of his presidential campaign.
In a turnaround that promises to shake up the presidential race in the United States, Donald Trump announced the intention to build an “Iron Dome” if he wins the elections.
The surprising announcement was made early Friday morning (19), during a Republican Party convention.
Inspired by Israel’s renowned missile defense system, Trump stated that the project aims to ensure that no enemy can attack U.S. territory.
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A Defense System Inspired by Israel
Trump emphasized that the “Iron Dome” will be built entirely in the United States, following the model of the Israeli system, used since 2011.
“We want a missile defense system that guarantees the security of our homeland. And this great Iron Dome will be built entirely here”, Trump declared during the event.
The Israeli system gained notoriety in recent months due to the conflict with Palestine, demonstrating its effectiveness in intercepting attacks.
What Is the “Iron Dome” of Israel?
The “Iron Dome” is a missile defense system developed by Israeli companies Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries, with support from the United States.
It was specifically created to combat rudimentary weapons, such as rockets, and is designed to detect and intercept missiles within a range of four to 70 km. Using a projectile called Tamir, the system takes down missiles before they can cause damage.
Main Features of the “Iron Dome”:
- Development: Created by the companies Rafael Advanced Defense Systems and Israel Aerospace Industries, with support from the U.S.
- Purpose: Designed to combat rudimentary weapons, such as rockets.
- Range and Interception: Detects missiles launched within a range of four to 70 km and takes them down with Tamir projectiles.
- Structure: Composed of batteries, each with three to four launchers capable of firing 20 interceptor missiles.
- Versatility: Has fixed and mobile versions, allowing for missile launches from mobile or stationary units.
- Effectiveness: The Israeli army claims the system has a success rate of 75% to 90% in interception attempts.
- Cost: Estimated at $50,000 per shot.
- History: Developed over three decades, it was first used in 2011 during a conflict in the Gaza Strip.
- U.S. Support: Since 2019, the United States has increased investments in the system, even acquiring “Iron Dome” batteries.
The “Iron Dome” began development during conflicts in the region of Israel in the 1990s and 2000s, but was only used in combat in 2011.
Since then, its effectiveness has been widely recognized. The Israeli army reports a success rate of 75% to 90% in interceptions, demonstrating the system’s capability to protect civilians and infrastructure.
In recent years, U.S. support for the “Iron Dome” has significantly increased. Since 2019, the U.S. has not only invested more in the system but has also acquired “Iron Dome” batteries to bolster its own defense. This partnership reinforces confidence in the system and the possibility of adapting it to protect American territory.
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