Scoop: US thinks Russia could deploy the nuclear weapon or a mock warhead into space as early as this year. Assessment is Russia doesn’t plan to detonate, but there's risk of an accident--and explosion could potentially affect 1/3 of satellites, sources told Alberto Nardelli & me

US and its allies are working to dissuade Russia from deploying the nuclear space capability, especially through engagement via China and India, which are seen as having more influence in Moscow bloomberg.com/news/articles/…

New: Biden admin is pushing Russia to support warning countries against placing nuclear weapons in orbit, after reports emerged that Putin may be planning to do so.

US-backed UN resolution will be brought to a vote next week.
Augusta Saraiva Skylar Woodhouse…