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The quiet man of Europe: Olaf Scholz

The Intelligence from The Economist

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Navigating Space Defense: The Nuclear Propulsion Frontier

This chapter explores the vulnerabilities of military satellites amid rising tensions from Russia's troop movements and missile tests. It highlights the potential advantages of nuclear-powered spacecraft in enhancing satellite maneuverability and defense capabilities. The discussion also covers the implications of these advanced technologies for future space missions and the critical steps being taken by the Pentagon to develop new nuclear propulsion systems.

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