Tag: space
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Russia Vetoes Ban on Nuclear Weapons in Space at U.N. Security Council
Breitbart.com reports: “Russia used its veto power at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on Wednesday to block a resolution sponsored by the United States and Japan to ban nuclear weapons in outer space. China […] The post Russia Vetoes Ban on Nuclear Weapons in Space at U.N. Security Council appeared first on JVIM.
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US commander sees ‘breathtaking’ development of China’s space power
SpaceWar.com reports: “China’s military capabilities in space are developing at a ‘breathtaking’ pace that only looks set to intensify after recent defence reforms, the head of the US Space Command said Wednesday. General Stephen Whiting […] The post US commander sees ‘breathtaking’ development of China’s space power appeared first on JVIM.
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NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space
Voice of America News reports: “China is bolstering its space capabilities and is using its civilian program to mask its military objectives, the head of the U.S. space agency said Wednesday, warning that Washington must […] The post NASA chief warns of Chinese military presence in space appeared first on JVIM.
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As Russian Threats Grow, King Warns U.S. Space Command of American Vulnerabilities
SpaceWar.com reports: “In a move to address vulnerabilities in America’s space infrastructure, U.S. Senator Angus King (Ind. ME) has emphasized the urgency of bolstering defenses against potential threats to the nation’s extensive satellite fleet. During […] The post As Russian Threats Grow, King Warns U.S. Space Command of American Vulnerabilities appeared first on JVIM.
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China plans record 100 space launches in 2024, including lunar and station missions
SpaceWar.com reports: “Underscoring China’s escalating ambitions in outer space, the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp (CASC), the state-owned backbone of the nation’s space endeavors, has unveiled plans to execute over 100 launches throughout 2024. […] The post China plans record 100 space launches in 2024, including lunar and station missions appeared first on JVIM.
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Putin says ‘categorically against’ putting nuclear weapons in space
SpaceWar.com reports: “Russian President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday that he was opposed to sending nuclear weapons to space, dismissing US accusations that Moscow was developing a space-based anti-satellite weapon. Washington said last week it was […] The post Putin says ‘categorically against’ putting nuclear weapons in space appeared first on JVIM.