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Could China and Russia really destroy Starlink? Only with a boomerang.

Could China and Russia really destroy Starlink? Only with a boomerang.

Summary

Reports show China and Russia are working together on advanced military technology and space weapons aimed at countering Elon Musk’s Starlink satellite network. This partnership involves joint meetings and efforts to develop weapons and strategies neither country could create alone.

Key Facts

  • Three major European news outlets investigated and reported a joint plan by China and Russia to defeat Starlink.
  • The investigation found documents showing deep military cooperation between China and Russia, including in space weapons.
  • The China-Russia Military-Technical Cooperation Forum held secret meetings, with continued talks planned.
  • Starlink has been important for Ukraine’s military during the conflict with Russia, providing communication and operational advantages.
  • The US military values Starlink and similar satellites for navigation, communications, and battlefield uses.
  • China and Russia are building their own satellite networks, but they are not yet as large or advanced as Starlink’s 10,000+ satellites.
  • China recently recovered a reusable rocket booster, helping it potentially launch more satellites faster.
  • There are ongoing questions about whether commercial satellites like Starlink can be legitimate military targets in future conflicts.
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