The US Air Force Secretary, Troy Meink, confirmed that the US Space Force has deployed weapons in orbit. According to him, this is a strategic response to the growing presence of China and Russia in space. Meink noted that the deployment of weapons in space is a necessary measure to ensure US security in the face of new threats. Specific details about the type and quantity of weapons are not disclosed.
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The US has weapons in Space. What are they and how can they be used?
SAPO Notícias15 September 2026 at 08:13
Why this matters
The confirmation that the US has weapons in space represents a significant escalation in the space arms race, directly affecting global security dynamics. Readers in the region should follow this development, as it may trigger a new arms race between great powers with implications for international stability. WHY: The confirmation that the US has weapons in space represents an escalation in the space arms race, with potential implications for global security and for international disarmament treaties governing activities in outer space. Readers in the region should be aware, as this development may influence defense policies and strategic partnerships in the South Atlantic.
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