Golden Dome missile defence plan risks starting a nuclear war in space. The futuristic project, announced last week, aims to create a network of satellites by 2029 that will detect, track and shoot down any missiles fired at the United States.

Donald Trump announced that Canada must pay $61 (£45) billion to join the "Golden Dome" missile defence system. Alternatively, the USA offers free protection if Canada becomes the 51st state of the USA.

Critics contend that Trump’s bling edition of Israel’s Iron Dome would only exacerbate a global arms race, that it would launch outer space wars, and

In a recent development, North Korea's foreign ministry has expressed strong disapproval of the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense shield project, terming it a "very dangerous threatening initiative," as per state media KCNA news agency.