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A thought provoking opinion: “Space Force’s leadership are of three minds: those who look down, focusing on ground operations, those who look around at orbital space and those who look up and out. Those who believe the Space Force should focus on what is happening on the ground refer to its support function for the joint force of all the current branches of the military. This ranges from communications, creating and protecting space-based command and control systems, observation and, in its most visionary (and ominous) form, operation of space-to-ground weapons. Those focused on looking around are concerned with what is happening in orbital space. Their concerns range from orbital debris, to protecting U.S. space assets like communication and spy satellites from adversaries, to watching and being able to knock out the assets of adversaries, for instance by taking down enemy satellite systems in time of war. Those whose eyes and minds are focused upward want a space navy, with the solar system as its ocean. They see the Force’s job as securing the ability of America and her allies to travel through, live in and develop space. Their concerns include China and Russia being first, and forever owning the resources and high ground on the moon, in free space, on Mars and beyond.”

The article explores the looming prospect of a conflict in space, highlighting that many of the technologies shaping the future of space warfare are already under development, with China leading in advancements. Space is poised to become a critical battlefield in any great power conflict, as the U.S. relies heavily on satellite infrastructure for both military and civilian operations. Disrupting these satellite systems would provide adversaries, particularly China and Russia, with a strategic advantage over the U.S. The establishment of the U.S. Space Force in 2019 underscores the growing recognition of these vulnerabilities. Tasked with achieving “Space Dominance,” the Space Force aims to counter the erosion of America’s strategic position in space. This doctrine emphasizes maintaining superiority in Earth’s orbits to safeguard the nation’s interests and operational capabilities. However, China and Russia’s ambitions extend beyond merely denying U.S. access to space. They are developing capabilities to actively challenge and reshape the space domain. This includes potential offensive operations targeting satellites and infrastructure, as well as strategies to establish their own dominance in orbit. The article warns that the future of warfare will increasingly depend on space-based technologies and control over Earth’s orbits. As geopolitical tensions rise, ensuring security and resilience in space will be critical to maintaining global power balances and defending national interests.

Gen. Stephen Whiting, commander of U.S. Space Command, recently cautioned that China is “growing its military space and counterspace capabilities at breathtaking pace.” He cited China’s rapid increase in space-based surveillance capabilities in particular, saying it had tripled in number since 2018 to 359 surveillance satellites. Maj. Gen. Greg Gagnon, deputy chief of space operations for intelligence, said that since 2015, China has increased its number of satellites by 550%. Congress and the executive branch should heed the warnings about China’s space capabilities. The United States enjoys a substantial lead in space technology, but China is moving quickly to copy our technology and counter the advantage it provides. It is time to get serious and to make the hard choices. It is time to unleash the Space Force. https://lnkd.in/etbt7qz8

Space Force Is Planning a Military Exercise in Orbit - WIRED "This threat scenario could involve a satellite performing maneuvers that approach a US spacecraft or a satellite doing something else unusual or unexpected. In such a scenario, the Space Force wants to have the capability to respond, either to deter an adversary from taking action or to defend a US satellite from an attack." At Calian Group we integrate the latest lessons learned into our training exercise development and delivery. Assumptions about the character of future warfare and how "Great Power Competition" will look next month - or next year - are always shifting. Our training team integrates the latest real-world research and analysis into high-readiness military training, preparing militaries for whatever operational challenges they are training for. Read about how we are integrating lessons learned into current training exercises here: @https://lnkd.in/ewFp4wh7 #warfare #space #defence #defense #satellites #cyberdefence #satellitewarfare #spacedefence #defencespace Note: Articles posted or shared on this Calian Defence Solutions site are for informational purposes only. Any views or opinions expressed herein are those of the articles’ authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of Calian Group. https://hubs.li/Q02tCjBJ0

Today in Asia Times, I wrote about the escalating battle for space supremacy among the US, China, and Russia. The article highlights China's aggressive orbital maneuvers, Russia's hunter-killer satellites, and the US's push for agile orbital combat capabilities, all converging toward future clashes in space. The US Space Force is developing systems like the X-37B spaceplane and awarding contracts to startups to enhance on-orbit maneuverability and address space threats quickly. Additionally, the article discusses the potential for space combat to shift from passive detection and response to active positioning and maneuver strategies. It mentions the US's plans to deploy hunter-killer satellites and the legal debates surrounding satellite attacks as acts of war. The piece underscores the transformative potential of SmallSats in US military space operations and the complexities of international law in relation to space warfare.

🚀 US Space Force: 5 Years Strong and Poised for Takeoff 🛰️ ... The US Space Force is celebrating its fifth anniversary! This is not a small achievement! In just a few short years, this new branch of the military has made significant strides in protecting the nation's interests in space. 🛡️ Here are some highlights of the Space Force's accomplishments so far: ▶️ Grown to nearly 15,000 service members and civilians. 💪 ▶️ Overseen astronaut launches from Cape Canaveral. We're reaching for the stars! 🌟 ▶️ Launched its own personnel from its own space launch site. 🤯 ▶️ Established key organizations like Space Delta 1, the center of American space power, and Space Launch Delta 45 at Cape Canaveral. Dominating space infrastructure! 🏗️ The future looks bright for the Space Force. Their focus now is on: ▶️ Rapid launch capabilities: Getting those rockets up faster than ever! 💨 ▶️ Counterspace weapons: Defending our space assets is paramount. 🛡️ ▶️ Space Futures Command: The possibilities are endless! 🤯 The United States Space Force is a vital part of the national security strategy, and it's clear they're here to stay. ➡️ Follow me for more news and insights on disruptive tech, innovation and the future 👨💻 #Space #SpaceForce #USSF #SpacePower #NationalSecurity #Defense https://lnkd.in/eJ8FN7NE

I would like to take this opportunity to correct the record regarding my statements and background. First, we are known as the Air Self-Defense Force, not “Course.” As such, our new name will be the Japan Air and Space Self-Defense Force (not course). SDA satellites are scheduled for launch in JFY 2026, but I didn't mention anything about a "constellation". JPN-US cooperation on QZSS Hosted Payloads is ongoing, but I did not connect this cooperation to SDA. Finally, I did say that I looked forward to future discussions at COPUOS, but I did not mention any expectation of discussions on the military front. #ascendspace

D.T. Thompson, a senior advisor for Elara Nova and former vice chief of space operations for the U.S. Space Force: "The Space Force budget will probably have to double again in the next five years to effectively implement the Joint Warfighting Concept, protect U.S. interests and freedom of action in space, and begin to address the challenges coming in lunar space. The question, of course, is whether the Space Force’s 2026 request will reflect that need." cc: Elara Nova: The Space Consultancy

“Moving some space tracking duties away from the military is more conducive to developing a Space Traffic Management regime” This was a focus for Trump’s regime in 2018, aiming to reduce the risks of accidental collisions in outer space. But, the US’s position on space monitoring may shift in the next four years. Will it the space budget become more focused on space travel? It’ll be interesting to get these updates soon ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eUjbgw5p #USSpace