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US acknowledges weapons in orbit for first time
AmericasAir and Space Forces Association's annual conference
The US military has publicly acknowledged having weapons in orbit for the first time, according to Air Force Secretary Troy Meink.
Meink disclosed this information at the Air and Space Forces Association's annual conference, stating the weapons can defend American forces against hostile action.
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- US has on-orbit space-controlled weapons
- Disclosure made by Air Force Secretary Troy Meink
- Conference took place in National Harbour, Maryland
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- Potential increased military capabilities in space
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