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Russia developing anti-satellite weapons The Russian military are developing anti-satellite weapons, according to deputy defence minister, Vladimir Popovkin. The general said it was necessary, as other nations, namely the US and China, were doing the same. “We can’t sit and watch others do...

Russian company eyes offensive military satellite Leading Russian spacecraft producer Energia has presented a concept of a universal military satellite with offensive capabilities. lThe 20-ton orbiter with a life expectancy of 10 to 15 years would be powered by a 150 to 500 kilowatt nuclear...

US lift symbolic sanctions against Russian space firm Published 11 March, 2010 Washington has lifted sanctions against Russian space company Glavkosmos, imposed in response to missile collaboration with Iran. The sanctions were merely symbolic, since the firm did not do business in the US...