The US says Xi Jinping is trying to build an alternative world order, relying on allies among anti-democratic states such as Russia and North Korea. The U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission published its annual report with dozens of recommendations.
The US Space Force is preparing to deploy two new weapon systems, Meadowlands and Remote Sensing Terminals, to temporarily jam Chinese and Russian satellites. These systems will complement the existing Counter Communications System jammer, providing the Pentagon with three counter-space capabilities.
Ukraine plans to form Space Forces by December 31, 2025, as stipulated in the government's action program. By the end of 2025, Ukraine aims to achieve 60% operational readiness of integrated air and missile defense, cyber and space components.
The American "Golden Dome" missile defense system program will not be completed by the end of Trump's term. Space weapons will only be ready for demonstration by 2028.
The United States plans to create an analogue of the Israeli "Iron Dome" to protect against intercontinental missiles. The project involves the deployment of satellite sensors and interceptors in space.
Pentagon provides Trump with options for developing "Golden Dome" - a missile shield system. The decision will determine space defense funding for years to come, which could cost up to $500 billion.
For effective counteraction to the enemy, all branches of the military desperately need space data. Ukraine needs cooperation with the ESA to deploy its own Space Forces.
Astroscale U. S. is building a refueling station in space for the U.S. Space Force. The fuel ship will refuel objects in geostationary orbit, allowing them to stay there longer.
Colonel Suzanne Myers was dismissed from Pituffik base after a letter in which she distanced herself from Vice President Vance's criticism of Denmark. Her comments, which did not reflect the base's position, led to a loss of confidence.
US President Donald Trump expressed confidence in the possibility of Greenland's inclusion in the US to “protect the free world.
Intelsat has confirmed the total loss of its 33e satellite due to an “anomaly”. The US Space Force is tracking about 20 fragments, and ExoAnalytic Solutions reports 57 pieces of space debris.
The California Coastal Commission has denied SpaceX a permit to launch 50 rockets a year because of Elon Musk's political statements. Commissioners expressed concern about Musk's influence on elections and SpaceX's classification as a military contractor.
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket with two ASBM satellites to expand broadband coverage in the Arctic. This was the 22nd launch of this launch vehicle, which equaled the company's record for rocket reuse.
SpaceX has launched a Falcon 9 with the NG-21 cargo mission to the ISS. This is the 10th flight of the first stage of the rocket, which was previously used to launch Starlink and other missions.
The US Space Force is planning to deploy a new ground-based system to jam enemy satellite signals. The first 11 out of 24 terminals will be installed by the end of the year to protect US troops during conflicts.