German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius warned about the growing threat posed by Russian space activities, citing concerns that Moscow is using satellites to shadow those relied upon by Germany and its allies. Speaking at a space conference in Berlin, Boris Pistorius said two Russian Luch Olymp satellites had been tracking Intelsat satellites, which are used by German armed forces among others.

“Russia and China have expanded their capabilities for warfare in space rapidly over the past years: They can disrupt satellite operations, blind satellites, manipulate or kinetically destroy them," Boris Pistorius said. He stressed the need for international talks on developing offensive capabilities in space as a deterrent.

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The warning comes amid a string of security in

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