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The FCC has cleared space combat startup True Anomaly for a test launch of two "hunter" satellites, built specifically for space warfare.

SpaceX to Launch “Hunter” Satellites for Targeting Rival Spacecraft

By Maggie Harrison Dupré

A team of space law experts argues that we need strong international accords to prevent military conflicts either in or fought over space.

Here’s How We Could Avert Off-Planet Warfare

By Dan Robitzski

In April, Japan will launch the Space Domain Mission Unit to protect its space-based assets, according to an Associated Press story.

Japan Is Launching Its Own Space Defense Unit

By Kristin Houser

NATO has added space as its fifth operational military domain, meaning the organization will now protect member nations' off-world interests.

NATO Boss: Space Is Now a Military “Operational Domain”

By Kristin Houser

A future space war won't look like "Star Wars." Instead it'll be almost imperceptible on the planet's surface.

This Is What a Space War Would Look Like, According to Experts

By Victor Tangermann

France's defense minister has announced plans to develop anti-satellite laser weapons to help the nation prepare for potential future attacks.

France to Develop Anti-Satellite Laser Weapons for Space Warfare

By Kristin Houser

The U.S. in engaged in space warfare, according to CNN's Jim Sciutto, who argues in a new book that Russia and China have already deployed space weapons.

New Book: The US Is in a “Shadow War.” Space Is the Battlefield.

By Kristin Houser

Service Robots Could Fix Up Orbiting Satellites Like Mechanics in Space

Service Robots Could Fix Up Orbiting Satellites Like Mechanics in Space

By Kristin Houser