ASAT (Anti-Satellite Weapons)

Anti-Satellite Weapons (ASAT) are tools designed to damage or destroy satellites in space. Countries develop these weapons to protect their own satellites from enemy threats, disrupt an opponent's communication and navigation systems, or reduce their military capabilities. ASAT technology can include missiles, lasers, or cyberattacks. The growing use of ASAT raises concerns about space security and the potential for space debris, which can threaten all space activities, including those crucial for weather forecasting and global communications. As nations enhance their ASAT capabilities, international discussions about regulations and responsible behavior in space are becoming increasingly important.