Self-defence in outer space: Anti-satellite weapons and the jus ad bellum
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DOI: 10.1017/s0922156524000670
Abstract: Abstract Space is an increasingly militarized domain, with the potential to be a source and place of armed conflict. Tests of anti-satellite (ASAT) weapons capable of neutralizing civilian and military satellites have fuelled fears of… read more here.
Keywords: jus bellum; space; self defence; anti satellite ... See more keywords
India’s Anti-Satellite Test: from the Perspective of International Space Law and the Law of Armed Conflict
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DOI: 10.1163/15718123-bja10046
Abstract: To enhance their strategic position, some spacefaring States are engaged in exploiting legal lacunae of international space treaties. Consequently, there is an increase of militarization of outer space. As an instance of such activities, an… read more here.
Keywords: anti satellite; law; space law; test ... See more keywords