👉 A space weapon is a type of military technology designed to operate in outer space, leveraging the unique environment and capabilities that this domain offers. These weapons can include anti-satellite (ASAT) systems, which are intended to disable or destroy satellites used for communication, navigation, and surveillance; kinetic kill vehicles (KKVs) that physically collide with and destroy enemy satellites; and directed energy weapons, such as lasers, which can target and disable space-based assets with high precision. Space weapons aim to counter adversaries' space capabilities, protect national and allied assets, and maintain strategic advantages in space. However, their deployment raises significant concerns about space debris, international security, and the potential for escalation in conflicts.
