US Space Force Confirms It Has Deployed Weapons in Orbit

The US Space Force said on Monday that the United States has weapons deployed in orbit, according to a report by France 24. It is the first time Washington has publicly confirmed such a deployment.

The disclosure comes as the United States, China and Russia continue to expand their military capabilities in space, France 24 reported.

According to the report, the announcement underscores a growing focus among major powers on controlling the space domain and protecting satellites that are considered vital to military communications, surveillance and navigation.

France 24 did not provide further details on the nature, number or location of the weapons involved, nor did it specify when they were deployed.

The report did not include additional comment from the US Space Force or other officials beyond the initial confirmation.