Air Chief Marshal Sir Harv Smyth, head of the RAF, warns that Russia poses an “unprecedented threat” of aggression in space. He says such actions could disrupt or wipe out the UK’s satellite navigation and GPS-related systems, with broader implications for safety and national security. He also warns that the resulting damage could be very costly.
The outlet reports that Smyth estimates the impact could cost the UK roughly £1.4 billion per day. The warning is framed around the possibility of a wider space conflict involving Britain and its allies, with potential effects on lives and critical infrastructure that rely on satellite services. The piece presents these claims as part of the RAF’s concern about space-related security risks, but it does not provide independent supporting details or additional substantiation beyond Smyth’s assessment.
