The German Foreign Ministry said that the Russian anti-satellite tests are fraught with escalation November 15, as “irresponsible and destructive actions.” This is stated on the website of the German department.
They said that such “irresponsible behavior is fraught with miscalculations and escalation,” and also pointed to the growing risks and threats to security and stability in space. According to the department, as a result of the Russian tests, a lot of debris appeared, which for a long time will complicate “the free and unhindered use of space by all countries.” In addition, additional risks may arise for astronauts and cosmonauts on the ISS.
Earlier, accusations against Russia because of the tests were voiced at the White House. The administration of US President Joe Biden also promised that they would seek with the allies a response to these actions of Moscow.
On November 15, Russia conducted tests that hit the inoperative Russian spacecraft Tselina-D, which was on orbit since 1982. According to the Russian Ministry of Defense, the fragments formed after being hit by anti-satellite weapons do not pose a threat to satellites and space activities.