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US confirms deployment of offensive weapons in space for first time
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The United States has publicly acknowledged for the first time that it has deployed weapons in Earth’s orbit, confirming the existence of offensive space capabilities. Officials say the move is aimed at deterring adversaries such as China and Russia, amid growing concerns over the militarisation of space and strategic competition.[1][2][4][9] The revelation is raising urgent questions about escalation risks, arms control, and the future of existing space treaties.[2][4][9]