Space Weapons and Nuclear Threats
In the 1980s, President Reagan considered deploying weapons in space for defense against Soviet missiles. Recently, concerns have resurfaced about high-altitude nuclear blasts in space, with fears that Putin may deploy a space bomb to disable satellites. Experts believe such a move would be more about intimidation than a realistic war plan.
Key Points
- President Reagan's 'Star Wars' plan in the 1980s sparked discussions about space weapons
- Recent fears over Putin deploying a space bomb to disable satellites for intimidation purposes
- Experts believe the risks and consequences of such a move make it unlikely to be a realistic war strategy