The White House, through statements made by National Security Council's John Kirby, confirmed that Russia is developing a "troubling" anti-satellite capability, described as a "serious" national security concern. Kirby clarified that this capability is still in the development phase and is not yet operational, indicating there is no immediate threat to safety. Despite the potential threat, Kirby also noted that the weapon is not intended to cause physical destruction on Earth or harm humans directly. The U.S. is taking the development seriously, with ongoing analysis to assess the United States' defensive capabilities against this emerging threat.
A White House spokesperson says Russia has obtained the capability for an emerging anti-satellite weapon, but such a weapon is not currently operational and does pose an "immediate threat".
US Confirms Russia Developing "Troubling" Anti-Satellite Weapon https://t.co/xZUYa4QzNV https://t.co/qrncPxpf2S
The White House publicly confirmed on that Russia has obtained a “troubling” emerging anti-satellite weapon but said it cannot directly cause “physical destruction” on Earth. https://t.co/ejZFxnyJek
The White House publicly confirmed that Russia has obtained a “troubling” emerging anti-satellite weapon but said it cannot directly cause “physical destruction” on Earth. https://t.co/ILgZw65OCm
Russia pursuing "troubling" anti-satellite weapon, White House confirms https://t.co/vLU2huMKrH
Russia has obtained a ‘troubling’ emerging anti-satellite weapon, the White House says. https://t.co/TzGEJq9Ydn https://t.co/QjHpn9PJjf
The White House confirmed reports that Russia is pursuing an “anti-satellite capability” that poses a serious national security concern but is not an immediate threat to Americans' safety https://t.co/O46qJ1ftir
White House confirms Russia developing 'anti-satellite capability' https://t.co/mt9L9pvdGv
White House discloses ‘troubling’ anti-satellite advance by Russia https://t.co/470GlAJUNO
White House confirms Russia has obtained an emerging 'anti-satellite' weapon “We’re not talking about a weapon that can be used to used to attack human beings or cause physical destruction here on earth," Kirby said. Read more ⬇️ https://t.co/WrewJFJFxe
Russia has obtained a ‘troubling’ emerging anti-satellite weapon, the White House says https://t.co/s47bfLgIXe
The White House publicly confirmed on Thursday that Russia has obtained a “troubling” emerging anti-satellite weapon but said it cannot directly cause “physical destruction” on Earth. https://t.co/FQaFQw8aZz
White House Confirms Russia Obtained ‘Troubling’ Anti-Satellite Capability https://t.co/DIRukkfsCl https://t.co/rFeyWHfGI9
The White House said Russia is developing an “anti-satellite capability” but cautioned it is not yet active and poses no current threat https://t.co/5wpavs0WJI
KIRBY: The National Security Threat "is related to an anti-satellite capability that Russia is developing." "We are not talking about a weapon that could be used to attack human beings or cause physical destruction." https://t.co/9DELLJN9BX
BREAKING: Russia has obtained a 'troubling' emerging anti-satellite weapon, the White House says https://t.co/4MLLRtHBCk
John Kirby on whether the US has the capability to defend against the Russian anti-satellite system: "We are still analyzing the information that's available to that ... We're taking this potential threat very very seriously." https://t.co/c6bKu1Uomd
Does the U.S. have the capability to defend against the anti-satellite system Russia is developing (the "national security threat" that's been the topic of conversation this week)? KIRBY: "This is still a capability they're developing. We're still analyzing the information… https://t.co/ropSu90l7q
Does the U.S. have the capability to defend against the Russian anti-Satellite system they're developing (the "national security threat" that's been the topic of conversation this week)? KIRBY: "This is still a capability they're developing. We're still analyzing the… https://t.co/wOE9LnXKR4
US confirms "serious" security threat is "related to an anti-satellite capability that Russia is developing" per White House National Security Council's Kirby. "Not an active capability. There is no immediate threat to anyone's safety" https://t.co/Rx1mYtCgyr via @jseldin
HAPPENING NOW: White House on national security threat: “I can confirm that it is related to an anti-satellite capability that Russia is developing." — Kirby https://t.co/EgvZPSswAM
John Kirby, to reporters at the White House, about the national security threat: "I can confirm that it is related to an anti-satellite capability that Russia is developing."