US reveals it has placed weapons in space
· World · Times of India, BBC News, Financial Times
US Air Force Secretary Troy Weinken announced on Monday that the United States has deployed space control weapons to defend joint forces against hostile actions. This disclosure marks the first time the US has publicly acknowledged the presence of weapons stationed in orbit. While the exact nature of the systems remains classified, experts believe they are likely non-kinetic jammers capable of disrupting or dazzling sensors. The move comes amid growing counterspace capabilities being developed by Russia and China. Security analysts warn that kinetic weapons could create dangerous orbital debris, threatening all global satellite networks.
Why it matters
The confirmation of orbital weapons signals a new space arms race that could disrupt global infrastructure like GPS, communications, and finance.
Read the original report — Times of India
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