Department of State: Russia’s “reckless” tests of anti-satellite weapons threaten the ISS … According to State Department spokesman Ned Price, they threaten the safety of astronauts at the International Space Station, RIA Novosti reports.
According to him, an anti-satellite missile strike on one of the satellites allegedly provoked the appearance of a large amount of space debris, which now threaten interests of all countries.
“In addition, this test will significantly increase the risks for astronauts and cosmonauts working on the ISS. The United States will work with allies and partners to respond to these irresponsible actions of Russia, “Price concluded.
Earlier in August, Breaking Defense, citing its own sources, reported that the Pentagon would soon announce and demonstrate a secret space weapons. Experts interviewed by the American publication said that in this way the United States will show Russia and China its new anti-satellite development.