Trump announces major modernisation of US military

US President Donald Trump has announced a large-scale modernisation programme for the country’s armed forces, calling it one of the most significant military upgrades in American history.

The announcement was made during an address from the White House marking Independence Day, Caliber.Az reports, citing foreign media.

Trump said the move follows the signing of a new defence budget bill, which he described as a key step in enhancing military capabilities.

According to the president, the initiative builds on efforts made during his first term, when the focus was on rebuilding the armed forces.

The new phase is aimed at modernising and re-equipping military infrastructure and systems nationwide.

As part of the plan, a new missile defence network is expected to be developed across the United States.

The project has been referred to by the administration as the “Golden Dome,” though further details have not yet been released.

By Aghakazim Guliyev