Strong reactions from NATO and EU over Russia’s missile test against satellite

Her reactions were so intense The European Union, as well as his NATO against Russia regarding its missile test against a satellite on 15 November.

More specifically, the North Atlantic Council proceeded to the “strong” condemnation of the “reckless and irresponsible” missile test of the Russian Federation. “Russia’s actions demonstrate a pattern of irresponsible behavior and jeopardize the security, economic, scientific and commercial interests of all nations and actors seeking to explore and use space for peaceful purposes,” he said in a statement. “This dangerous behavior is in direct contradiction to Russia’s claims that it opposes the ‘militarization’ of space and undermines the rule-based international order.”

“NATO Allies remain committed to protecting and maintaining peaceful access and space exploration for all of humanity. We call on all nations, including Russia, to take part in international efforts to develop rules and principles of responsible conduct in order to reduce space threats and to refrain from conducting dangerous and irresponsible catastrophic tests, such as those carried out by the Russian Federal Reserve. ” Council, in accordance with the RES-EIA.

“Strong” condemnation by the EU

The European Union moved on the same wavelength, strongly condemning the conduct of a missile test by the Russian Federation “against its own satellite, COSMOS 1408, resulting in its destruction by a rocket, as clear act of irresponsible behavior in space“, As stated in a statement by the EU High Representative Josep Borrell, issued by the EU.

Josep Borrell notes that Russian energy “produced large amount of space debris which pose a long-term risk to manned and unmanned space activities, including the safety of astronauts and cosmonauts on the International Space Station. “

At the same time, it is stated that “it contradicts the position expressed by the Russian Federation in multilateral fora, including its contribution to the report of the UN Secretary General on responsible behavior in space. “This calls into question the credibility of her position.” As it is underlined, “conducting such tests is dangerous and extremely destabilizing, as it can lead to a deterioration of trust between space factors (…) This could lead to catastrophic consequences”.

Finally, it is reported that “with this test, the Russian Federation has demonstrated its ability to destroy satellites in space. This threatening behavior carries a high risk of miscalculation and escalation and undermines stability in space. It is a reminder of the urgent need to advance international discussions in order to agree and apply standards of responsible behavior in space. “

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