Guardians of the Gulf: UAE’s Secret Space Soldiers
Apr 26, 2025·By Tonna Beneto
In a move straight out of a sci-fi script, the UAE has quietly launched its own Military Space Command — a specialized division within its armed forces tasked with safeguarding the nation’s interests beyond Earth’s atmosphere. While most people know about the UAE’s flashy space agency that sent an astronaut to the ISS and a probe to Mars, few realize there’s now a military arm focused on space surveillance, satellite protection, and potential orbital threats.
With billions invested in space tech and communications, the UAE isn’t just exploring the cosmos — it’s actively defending its slice of it. Think less "Star Wars" and more strategic satellite guardians watching over the Gulf from above.