China warns against space ‘battlefield’ after US says weapons deployed

The United States military has officially confirmed the deployment of weapons in orbit above the Earth, marking the first time the country has publicly acknowledged such capabilities. The announcement has prompted immediate reactions from global powers, with China warning against the transformation of outer space into a battlefield and Russia calling for the domain to remain free from weaponry.

Analysts suggest this development signals a significant escalation in a high-risk arms race involving the United States, Russia, and China. The disclosure has raised concerns regarding the militarization of space and the potential for increased geopolitical instability in Earth’s orbit.