President Donald Trump's newly acquired Qatari jet, used for recent international travel, has raised security concerns due to its lack of advanced defensive systems compared to older Air Force One models.A report by the New York Times highlights that the $400 million aircraft, gifted by Qatar, was upgraded by the U.S.Air Force at an estimated cost of $1 billion but failed to incorporate critical antimissile capabilities.Officials warn that the plane, used for trips to Turkey and North Dakota, may be vulnerable to attacks outside U.S.airspace.

Former Air Force officials, including Frank Kendall and Andrew P Hunter, expressed alarm over the rushed retrofitting process, which they claim did not allow sufficient time to implement all necessary security measures.

The White House maintains that the aircraft is safe and equipped with advanced technologies, but lawmakers have questioned the prioritization of luxury over national security.The controversy underscores ongoing tensions with Iran and the challenges of maintaining presidential security in a politically volatile environment.