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Space defense systems could detect hypersonic missile threats

A satellite executive said space-based assets could both track incoming missiles and support interceptions from land or space.

CNBC World reports that satellite and space defense experts say escalating hypersonic missile threats from Russia and China are increasing demand for space-based defense capabilities.

According to the outlet, space systems could be used to detect and track incoming missiles and help enable interception either from land or from space.

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