Drones, Snipers, and Ammunition.. Trump Reveals His Plan for the "Arc of Triumph"

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U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday his intention to transform the massive "Arc de Triomphe" project he plans to establish in Washington into what he described as a "first-class military complex," allowing for the deployment of drones, snipers, and the storage of large quantities of ammunition.

Trump stated in a post on his platform "Truth Social" that he approved the modification of the project based on what he described as a "strong request" from the U.S. military and for national security purposes.

He explained that the facility would allow for the rapid storage and use of "large numbers" of drones, in addition to providing locations for snipers above the building and in the surrounding plaza, as well as storing large quantities of sniper ammunition. The U.S. Department of Defense did not provide independent details regarding the military request mentioned by Trump, according to a report by the Associated Press published on Sunday.

Trump plans to build the arch to a height of 250 feet, or about 76 meters, in a circle adjacent to the Arlington Memorial Bridge, in the area located between the Lincoln Memorial and Arlington National Cemetery.

The American president stated that the project will be a mix between a "military complex" and an "Arc de Triomphe," considering that there will be no facility like it anywhere in the world.

Trump also pointed out that Washington lacks an Arc de Triomphe similar to those in several capitals and major cities, emphasizing that the project he intends to build will be, in his words, the largest of its kind.

This step is part of a series of architectural and developmental projects pushed by Trump in the American capital, including a new celebration hall at the White House, renovations to the Kennedy Center and the Lincoln Memorial, and the reflecting pool, along with a project to redevelop a golf course in "East Potomac Park."

Trump links some of his construction projects in Washington to national security considerations, as he previously described the new celebration hall at the White House as also being a "military complex," emphasizing the importance of defense considerations in the design of new facilities.

The recent announcement adds a clear security and military dimension to the "Arc de Triomphe" project, which was originally proposed as a new architectural and commemorative landmark in Washington, while details regarding the implementation of military modifications, their costs, and timelines have yet to be revealed.