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Britain commits £880 million to military space operations
Original: Britain sets out offensive and defensive space operations with £880 million committed to military intelligence and space control
The United Kingdom has outlined plans for both offensive and defensive operations in space, committing £880 million to military intelligence and space control capabilities. The strategy marks a significant step in Britain's approach to space as a military domain, covering surveillance, protection of satellites, and potential counter-space measures. The announcement comes amid growing international attention to space security and competition among major powers.
Why now: Space is increasingly viewed as a critical military domain, and this funding pledge signals Britain's expanding defence ambitions there.
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