German Space Commander Warns Russia May Be Developing Orbital Nuclear Weapon
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Ivan Khomenko
Summary
Germany's Space Command chief, Major General Michael Traut, has stated that Russia may be developing technology to place a nuclear device in orbit. He warned that such a capability could severely disrupt satellite-dependent infrastructure and military systems globally, describing it as a potential top-tier escalation scenario.
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· 1 pulledAt the very top of the escalation ladder, there is a suspicion that Russia may be working on technology to place a nuclear ex
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