ballistic missiles
Trump's Golden Dome Missile Shield Faces Significant Delays Following Government Shutdown and Budget Challenges
Nov 21, 2025 10:00 pm CST
President Trump's ambitious $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense initiative is experiencing substantial delays due to the 43-day government shutdown and lack of a clear spending plan for the initial $25 billion allocation. Despite a commitment to protect the continental US by 2028, the program faces staffing shortages, architectural uncertainties, and contractor concerns about development costs, particularly for space-based interceptors. Pentagon officials remain secretive about progress while working to integrate early-warning systems against various missile threats.
Russian Missile Strikes Set Kyiv Ablaze: Debris Scatters Across Ukrainian Capital as Energy Infrastructure Targeted
Oct 22, 2025 11:22 am CST
Russian ballistic missile strikes overnight caused fires and scattered debris throughout Kyiv, damaging vehicles and buildings. Emergency services responded to multiple impact sites as Russia continues its systematic targeting of Ukrainian energy infrastructure ahead of winter. The attack follows Tuesday's deadly strike that left hundreds of thousands without power and water supplies.