Russia hijacks satellite to broadcast Victory Day parade in Ukraine – AP News
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- Hackers supporting Russia hijacked a satellite to broadcast propaganda in Ukraine, showcasing space as a new battlefield.
- Satellites are critical for communications, military operations, and early missile detection, making them prime targets for cyberattacks.
- Russia is developing a nuclear space-based weapon capable of destroying satellites in low-Earth orbit, violating international treaties.
- The U.S. Space Force was established in 2019 to protect American interests and counter threats from adversaries like Russia and China.
- Competition for lunar resources, such as helium 3 for nuclear fusion, is intensifying among the U.S., China, and Russia.
- China opposes the militarization of space, accusing the U.S. of expanding military presence and threatening peace.