China and Russia Warn US Golden Dome Poses 'Clear Threat' to Stability

China and Russia accused the United States of endangering global strategic stability through its Golden Dome project, a missile defense system designed to intercept ballistic missiles. The joint statement was released after a summit between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin, held to address Sino-American relations. The warning was issued just days after a summit between Beijing and Washington aimed at stabilizing bilateral ties. The statement from China and Russia emphasized concerns over the U.S. military presence and its technological advancements, which they claim could destabilize the international order. While the exact details of the Golden Dome system remain classified, its deployment has been a point of contention in recent diplomatic discussions. The sources do not provide further specifics on the system's capabilities or the exact locations of its deployment. The joint statement reflects a coordinated stance between China and Russia, two major global powers, against U.S. military initiatives. The timing of the warning, following a summit between the U.S. and China, suggests a deliberate effort to influence the trajectory of U.S.-China relations. No immediate military response has been reported from the United States or its allies.