Laser weapons for space? US officials see threat, opportunity
Directed-energy and cyber weapons, as well as bombs targeted on communications hubs, all have potential to disable large satellite constellations, said Lt. Col. Rick Zellman, deputy commander of US Space Command.
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Published: 11 August 2026
Source: Breaking Defense (AI)
Category: News
Topics: Military & security · Environment
Retrieved: 12 August 2026
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