# US uses weapon in space – should we be worried?

https://mins.news/en/video/59868

- BBC News, 2026-09-15 19:30 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQjJlYKF-FE

> The United States says it has deployed a weapon in Earth's orbit, prompting questions about what military systems are in space and how they might be used as major powers compete for dominance there. Washington has disclosed little; Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the weapon protects US forces from hostile action but gave no details about its capabilities or launch timing.

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