Ukraine's parliament approves first reading of bill creating Space Forces

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Ukraine's parliament approved in first reading a bill to establish Space Forces within the Armed Forces, with 252 lawmakers voting in favor on November 9, 2026. The proposal responds to concerns over reliance on foreign satellite communications and supports independent missile launch detection. The vote does not constitute final adoption, and the reports said the force is not yet operational.

Sources:The Kyiv Independent Kyiv Post

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