Russia has been actively targeting UK satellites in space on a weekly basis, as disclosed by Major General Paul Tedman, the commander of the UK Space Command. Major General Tedman highlighted the extent of Moscow’s efforts to disrupt UK assets during a recent visit to RAF Fylingdales in North Yorkshire.
He emphasized that Russia has been employing ground-based systems in addition to attempts to jam satellites. “We are witnessing persistent jamming of our satellites by Russian forces,” he remarked.
This alarming revelation follows a similar caution from Germany’s Defense Minister, Boris Pistorius, who recently stated that Russian forces were closely monitoring their military satellites.
Major General Tedman expressed concerns over Russia’s proximity to UK satellites and their capabilities to gather intelligence. He also mentioned the UK’s commitment to investing one billion pounds in integrated air and missile defense, hinting at a potential space defense strategy akin to the United States’ Golden Dome.
The situation underscores the escalating concerns over space security and the need for robust defense measures against potential threats.