Summary

  • Several US military satellites meant to provide communication for North American military forces are unintentionally relaying Russian military communications during the war in Ukraine, according to a YouTube video by Saveitforparts.
  • satellites were launched between 1979 and 1989, with two still in operation, and their successor UHF Follow-On (UFO) satellites were launched between 1993 and 2003, with some covering other bands; they are typically used by non-military parties for purposes such as creating amateur radios,
  • It is alleged that Russian forces are using these satellites, which were not intended for Russian communication, for communications in Ukraine, much like US and NATO forces would do.
  • This is allegedly also happening with the Russia military satellite constellation used for similar purposes, with some Russian satellites also covering bands in addition to their dedicated uses.

By Maya Posch

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