Pakistan, May 27 -- Russia has strongly criticized the United States' new "Golden Dome" missile defense project, warning that it threatens global strategic stability. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Tuesday that the plan, led by the U.S., would disrupt the international balance of power and spark a new arms race.

The $175 billion project was introduced by U.S. President Donald Trump and is designed to defend against potential missile threats from China and Russia. Trump recently announced that U.S. Space Force General Michael Guetlein would lead the effort, calling the system essential to protecting the American homeland. Canada has reportedly shown interest in joining the project.

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