NewsRussian Enemy and Space Nuclear Weapons. Russia has said it is advancing space-based nuclear weapons aimed at destroying other satellites, both civilian and military. CNN reports that Russia is trying to develop a nuclear weapon that can create a massive energy wave and destroy satellites. Such weapons could be used to destroy a constellation of satellites used for communication, financial transactions and more. Just as nuclear weapons in space are now far from a reality, so is any system to protect satellites and other critical space assets.

Source: Indian Express February 19, 2024 10:18 UTC