24 reactions | Scientists in Russia spotted solar flares on the sun which experts warn could interfere with radio and satellite communications. Those likely to be affected are the military, maritime workers and the emergency services. | CGTNEurope | Facebook

#Spotlight: Nato intelligence is raising alarms over reports that Russia may be developing a new anti-satellite weapon aimed at Elon Musk’s Starlink network. The alleged “zone-effect” system could release thousands of metal pellets into low Earth orbit, potentially disabling multiple satellites at once. Starlink has been crucial for Ukraine’s military and civilian communications during the war. Experts warn that such a weapon could cause uncontrollable space debris, threaten global satellites, a

#FirstpostAmerica: European Space Agency Launches Military-Grade Programme Amid Global Tensions Europe has approved its biggest-ever space budget, allocating €22.1bn (about $23.9bn) to the European Space Agency and launching its first explicitly military-grade programme. The new European Resilience from Space project will build a military-grade surveillance network in space, pooling national satellites to provide secure communications, navigation and earth-observation services. Funding was drive

President Trump has been briefed on new military options for a strike against Iran amid widespread protests and a government crackdown on communications for Iranians, a senior U.S. official tells CBS News. | CBS Evening News