On May 28, Forward Defense nonresident senior fellow Guido Torres moderated a FIU Gordon Institute space panel, which explored emerging security challenges in the space domain. The conversation highlighted the growing threat of anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons and their impact on international stability and defense strategies. Panelists underscored the importance of space-based surveillance and intelligence, noting the vital role satellites play in supporting national security and military capabilities.
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