Russia's Starlab Hopes for Space Truce Amidst Nuclear Tensions
Starlab, an initiative led by Airbus, aims to establish a long-lived platform in orbit around the Earth. This move has sparked concerns about potential nuclear threats from Russia. Russian military experts believe that the Starlab station could serve as a deterrent against conventional or nuclear ASATs (Anti-Satellite Missiles) launched from the ground. However, some experts suggest that Russia may still want to launch its own nuclear-armed orbiter for strategic purposes. Meanwhile, Palantir is providing Starlab with AI tools, including an automated collision avoidance system.

Source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/kevinholdenplatt/2024/08/10/set-to-orbit-above-moscows-missiles-starlab-hopes-space-truce-holds/