North Korea says US 'Golden Dome' missile defence system risks nuclear war in space

North Korea has hit out at US President Donald Trump’s “Golden Dome” missile defence programme, calling it a “very dangerous” initiative that could threaten war in space.

Since returning to the White House in January, Trump has prioritised the scheme, which aims to defend the US against aerial threats like ballistic and cruise missiles. If it goes ahead, it is likely to include sensors and interceptors in space.

“Once fully constructed, the Golden Dome will be capable of intercepting missiles even if they are launched from other sides of the world and even if they are launched from space, and we will have the best system ever built,” Trump said last week.

In response, the North Korean Foreign Ministry released a memorandum accusing the US of being “hell-bent” on militarising space.

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