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Nuclear weapons in space are bad news for the entire planet

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Nuclear weapons in space are bad news for the entire planet

Russia's potential deployment of a space-based nuclear weapon has raised concerns among various parties. While the US government claims it would only target objects in space rather than people on the ground, experts warn about the long-term implications. Space-based nukes could erode international relations and violate space law, potentially leading to the development of weapons that could target the Earth from space. The use of such weapons could result in a cascading debris problem, limiting access to space and jeopardizing satellite functionality. Additionally, the conversion of anti-satellite technology into a platform for launching nuclear weapons poses a significant security risk. The global governance framework surrounding space may need to respond to these potential threats.

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