Defending America's Final Frontier
The United States Space Force is preparing to announce a comprehensive next-generation satellite defense system designed to protect America's growing fleet of military and civilian satellites from emerging threats in the increasingly contested domain of outer space.
The system, which has been in development for several years under classified programs, combines advanced space situational awareness capabilities with active defense measures that can protect critical satellite assets from both kinetic and electronic threats.
Why It Matters
American military operations, communications, navigation, intelligence gathering, and economic activity depend heavily on satellite systems. Adversaries have recognized this dependency and are developing capabilities to threaten these vital assets.
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