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Ukraine war spurred countries to build spy satellites, CEO says

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CNBC World reports that the war in Ukraine has accelerated a race among governments to expand their spy satellite and broader space intelligence capabilities.

The outlet highlights a space-tech executive view that space-based intelligence is becoming more central to modern warfare, pushing states to ramp up satellite programs.

As countries compete in the satellite domain, the focus is on increasing national capacity for intelligence gathering from space, reflecting how battlefield needs are changing.

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CNBC WorldUkraine war sparked race for countries to build spy satellites, space-tech CEO says

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