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UK launches new space squadron as RAF tackle increasing 'hostile' threats from space

The Mirror UK News · 23 September 2026 at 09:20

UK launches new space squadron as RAF tackle increasing 'hostile' threats from space

The new RAF squadron will protect satellites used to warn of missile attacks, provide communications and help guide ships, the Ministry of Defence has announced

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UK launches new space squadron as RAF tackle increasing 'hostile' threats from space

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