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Russia has intensified reconnaissance of US space infrastructure

Prm.Ua • March 24, 2026

Russian intelligence services are stepping up espionage activities in the state of Florida, which is a key center for US space and defense infrastructure.

This was reported by the Center for Countering Disinformation.

According to the CPD, Russian agents disguised as tourists tried to get into SpaceX facilities in Florida and California, and also established contacts with military personnel and officials who have access to sensitive information.

These are not isolated cases, but systematic activities to study US critical infrastructure and find its vulnerabilities.

The Center notes that such actions indicate a targeted accumulation of intelligence regarding the defense and space industries.

Against this background, Russia is trying to compensate for technological lag, particularly in the space sector, through espionage and technology theft.

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Russia Escalates Espionage Efforts Targeting Florida's Space Infrastructure Russian intelligence services are intensifying espionage activities in Florida, a critical hub for US space and defense infrastructure. The Center for Countering Disinformation reported that Russian agents, disguised as tourists, attempted to infiltrate SpaceX facilities in both Florida and California. These actions are part of a systematic effort to gather intelligence on US military and aerospace sectors. The espionage is reportedly aimed at compensating for Russia's technological deficiencies in the space sector. The situation is exacerbated by Florida's dense concentration of military installations and defense contractors, making it a prime target for foreign intelligence operations. Recent incidents include attempts to establish contacts with military personnel who have access to sensitive information. The ongoing threat underscores the need for heightened security measures around critical infrastructure. The reported activities reflect a broader pattern of Russian espionage aimed at undermining US technological advantages. Current assessments indicate that these operations are not isolated but part of a larger strategy by Russia to enhance its intelligence capabilities. 3 sources 73

Russia has intensified reconnaissance of US space infrastructure

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