How Anti-Satellite Weapons (ASATs) Threaten Global Stability

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How Anti-Satellite Weapons (ASATs) Threaten Global Stability

Anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons pose a growing risk to space operations and global stability. These weapons, designed to disable or destroy satellites, have gained attention as more nations develop capabilities to challenge space-based assets. The increased reliance on satellites for communication, navigation, and national security has made them high-value targets, raising concerns about the potential for conflict in space.