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Germany, UK Warn: Russian, Chinese Satellites Threaten West

11/10/2025

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Germany and the United Kingdom warn that Russian and Chinese satellites threaten Western assets.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius cites Russia's space capabilities, including jamming and tracking.
Russian satellites have been spotted near IntelSat satellites used by Germany.
Germany plans €35 billion for space defense over five years.
Experts warn that Russia's threats are immediate and that China's advanced capabilities pose a long-term risk amid Ukraine-related tensions.

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Germany and the United Kingdom warn that Russian and Chinese satellites threaten Western assets.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius cites Russia's space capabilities, including jamming and tracking.
Russian satellites have been spotted near IntelSat satellites used by Germany.
Germany plans €35 billion for space defense over five years.
Experts warn that Russia's threats are immediate and that China's advanced capabilities pose a long-term risk amid Ukraine-related tensions.