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national-security29 days ago•13 min saved

U.S. Confirms First Deployment of Orbital Weapons to Counter Chinese and Russian Threats

Air Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed on September 14 that the U.S. Space Force has deployed 'space control weapons' in orbit, marking the first official acknowledgment of American offensive space capabilities. The announcement, made at the Air and Space Forces Association conference, aims to deter China and Russia, which have been practicing offensive maneuvers like laser jamming. While Meink declined to specify weapon types, he highlighted progress in the Golden Dome missile defense initiative and new drone programs.

via The Washington Post|

#anti-satellite #golden-dome #national-security

defense2 months ago•11 min saved

US Elevates Offensive Space Capabilities as a Core Deterrence Tool

US Space Command chief Gen. Stephen Whiting says credible, acknowledged offensive space capabilities are essential for deterrence, outlining FY2029–33 priorities centered on integrated space fires and counter-pLEO, with boosts to command-and-control and space situational awareness. The push is framed by China’s expanding space capabilities and potential uses of cyber and directed-energy weapons, and references to existing tools like the Counter Communications System and new on-orbit servicing missions as part of a broader move toward space superiority.

via TWZ|

#anti-satellite #defense #directed-energy

defense6 months ago•3 min saved

US General Warns Russia Seeks Nuclear Space Weapon to Paralyze Global Satellite Grid

US Space Forces Commander General Steven Whiting warns Russia plans to place a nuclear warhead in low Earth orbit to trigger a 'space Pearl Harbor,' potentially destroying up to 10,000 satellites (about 80% of the global network) and disrupting GPS, satellite internet, and military communications; the US intends to boost space-defense funding to about $71 billion annually and urges allies to increase spending to deter such a space-based attack.

via UNITED24 Media|

#anti-satellite #defense #nuclear-weapons

international-relations2 years ago•3 min saved

"US Concerns Grow Over Russia's Space-Based Anti-Satellite Weapon"

Russia is working on developing a nuclear anti-satellite weapon, but it is not yet ready to deploy it in space, according to US intelligence sources. While the Biden administration and lawmakers have expressed concerns, there is currently no immediate threat. The weapon could potentially disrupt global communications and US military operations by destroying satellites, but it would not have the capability to launch attacks on Earth. Russia's pursuit of this capability raises questions about its space program and its willingness to abandon international treaties, posing a concerning threat to US assets in space.

via POLITICO|

#anti-satellite #international-relations #nuclear-capability

international-relations2 years ago•1 min saved

"White House Raises Alarm Over Russia's Advances in Space-Based Weapons"

The White House has revealed that Russia has made a "troubling" advancement in anti-satellite technology, posing a potential threat to US national security. This disclosure comes amid growing concerns about space warfare capabilities and the need for international regulations to prevent the weaponization of space.

via Financial Times|

#anti-satellite #international-relations #national-security

space3 years ago•6 min saved

China's Mysterious Spaceplane Successfully Completes 9-Month Orbital Mission and Returns to Earth.

Data from LeoLabs shows that a Chinese reusable space vehicle, believed to be a miniature spaceplane design, docked with or captured a separate object on multiple occasions during its recent 276-day-long stint in orbit. The vehicle's maneuverability could be used to surveil, disrupt, and attack an opponent's space-based assets, as well as retrieve or interact with friendly ones. The docking or capture capability could indicate the presence of robotics arms or other protrusions that could be used to damage or destroy an opposing satellite. The data adds to the already growing evidence of China's anti-satellite capabilities.

via The War Zone|

#anti-satellite #china #maneuverability