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Satellite mockup at a launch site with a clear sky in the background.

Russia Weighs Intelligence Sharing with North Korea Over Satellite Tech Transfer

North Korea's recent launch of the Malligyong-1 satellite marks a significant tech milestone, but the real challenge lies ahead: developing a network of coordinated satellites to monitor the Korean Peninsula and US military hubs in the Western Pacific. A single satellite just isn't enough for effective surveillance.

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Technicians work in a satellite control room with multiple monitors and a large Middle East map display.

China Fuels Iran's Conflict with Dual-Use Tech Transfers

China has reportedly supplied Iran with a commercial reconnaissance satellite, giving Tehran the capability to strike US military facilities in the Middle East with precision. This move has escalated tensions in the region, with Chinese companies Earth Eye Co and Emposat allegedly involved in the transfer.

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Drone protects surveillance jet in stormy sky with outstretched wingspan.

Army Deploys Air-Launched Drones to Shield Surveillance Jets

The Army is turning to a game-changing solution to protect its surveillance jets: small, air-launched drones that scout ahead and keep the aircraft out of harm's way. By deploying these miniature drones from its ME-11B aircraft, the Army can gather crucial intel while keeping its manned jets safe from danger.

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