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Global Powers Boost Counterspace Capabilities Amid Rising Threats

9/26/2025

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Western defense planners prioritize counterspace against threats from Russia and China.
United States Air Force Secretary Troy Meink stresses space readiness as funding for space control grows.
Europe, including the United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain, develops counterspace technologies.
France advances its Vortex D spaceplane and explores high-power lasers.
Electro Optic Systems develops high-power lasers to manage space debris, disabling satellites.

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Story summary

Western defense planners prioritize counterspace against threats from Russia and China.
United States Air Force Secretary Troy Meink stresses space readiness as funding for space control grows.
Europe, including the United Kingdom, Germany, and Spain, develops counterspace technologies.
France advances its Vortex D spaceplane and explores high-power lasers.
Electro Optic Systems develops high-power lasers to manage space debris, disabling satellites.