Moonbound Warfare: The New Frontier of Militarization The notion of a military conflict around the moon has long been relegated to science fiction, but recent statements from top US military officials suggest this notion may be becoming uncomfortably close to reality.
Gen Dan Caine's declaration that American troops should prepare for combat not only in Earth's orbit but also around the moon marks a significant shift in the country's approach to space warfare.
This development is part of a broader trend, as the militarization of space accelerates at an alarming rate.