September 26
A Walk Around the Fylingdales US Missile Defence Radar, Yorkshire, England
From Yorkshire CND
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On September 26, The International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons, members of Yorkshire CND walked 10 miles or so around the US missile defence radar at Fylingdales in North Yorkshire England, to raise money (it was a sponsored walk) and awareness of the radar’s role in the militarisation of space.
October 3
Space Week Protest at Bath Iron Works, Maine
From Bruce’s Blog
Keep Space for Peace Week protest at Bath Iron Works in Maine where Navy Aegis destroyers are built.
These destroyers are for offensive operations and are today deployed off the shores of China, Russia and Iran. They fire nuclear-capable Tomahawk cruise missiles and ‘missile defense’ interceptors – the sword and the shield.
In 2008 one of these warships fired an interceptor missile into space and destroyed an old US military satellite, in Operation Burnt Frost, proving these weapons could serve the role as an anti-satellite weapon (ASAT).
We arrived just before hundreds of workers poured out of the shipyard for their short lunch break. Two of our folks handed out flyers explaining our protest and calling for the conversion of the shipyard to building things like commuter rail, tidal power systems, and offshore wind turbines all of which would create more jobs than military production.
Currently BIW is undergoing a massive construction expansion to accommodate parking and additional workspace for over 5,000 workers. They are building 6-7 new destroyers. We are witnessing the preparation for endless war.
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Keep Space for Peace Week has never been more relevant. As I explained to passing curious motorists yesterday, Hegseth recently announced that the U.S. intends to “dominate” space. (The motorists said Thank you all and had some disparaging words for the minister of war.)
Earlier in the day an activist from Massachusetts, Christopher Spicer, had engaged in civil disobedience by trying to enter the shipyard and had been arrested by Bath, Maine police. I had no advance notice of the plans so I was unable to join in. Maybe next time…
When the Pentagon threatens to blow other countries’ satellites out of orbit, is that an empty threat? Probably not. They already blew up one of our own defunct satellites using an Aegis missile back in 2008. Darth Vader loves it!
We stood outside the shipyard gates during the workers’ lunch break and while some heckled us several engaged in productive discussions. For example, a military veteran who said she took the job for the money but doesn’t believe in the GD/BIW mission which she described as “working for Israel.”
I wonder if she knows the uber evil General Dynamics also has major contracts with ICE?
Here’s Julia standing amid the shiny Harley Davidson motorcycles that blood money can buy. (Another friend on another occasion at this location heard a worker tell her: When you can offer me $65 an hour, let’s talk.)
October 5
Peace Rally moves to Oxford city centre amid US tensions
By Freddie Amy, Published in This is Oxfordshire
An annual peace rally has moved to Oxford city centre at short notice following heightened security at US military bases.
 Oxford Sea Green Singers |  Dave Webb from the Global NetworkAgainst Weapons and Nuclear Power in Space |
 Peter Burt from Drone Wars UK |  Shel Mcdonagh from Fairford Action |
 Jackie Bardwell |  Paul Mobbs, peace Activist |
The Keep Space for Peace demonstration took place on Broad Street on Saturday, October 3, having been originally due to take place at RAF Croughton.
The event was moved following an increased security at US bases after five men were arrested close to RAF Fairfield on the edge of the Gloucestershire Cotswolds..
The rally featured speeches from peace campaigners as well as performances from the Oxford Sea Green Singers and Didcot Red Kites.
Dave Webb, convener of the global network against weapons and nuclear power in space, spoke about concerns around use of weapons in space.
He raised concern over the United States’ use of space technology and what campaigners see as the increasing militarisation of space continues.
Peter Burt, from Drone Wars UK, also spoke at the rally about the UK’s resilience on US technology including the GPS.
Shel Mcdonagh, from Fairford Action, raised concern about the presence of US military bases in the UK and potential risks they could pose during international conflicts.
Veteran peace campaigner Paul Mobbs also addressed the rally warning about society’s increasing reliance on smartphones, satnavs and AI.
Peace performer, Jackie Bardwell also performed several anti nuclear poems during the event.
RAF Croughton, around 20 miles north of Oxford, is a communications base which supports American military operations in Europe.
Nigel Day, convener of Oxford Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament, said: “In this Keep Space for Peace Week, it’s more important than ever that we draw attention to the presence of US spy base USAF Croughton so close to Oxford.
“We will be back outside the base as soon as circumstances allow.”
The Speeches at Oxford Demonstration can be seen here.
October 5
Washington D.C.
Here’s a photo from this morning’s weekly Dorothy Day CW Pentagon Peace Vigil with several of us holding signs in solidarity with Keep Space for Peace Week. The location of the vigil is on S. Fern and Army Dr. where you joined us for the March 27th action. Though we are banned from the Pentagon property, we keep vigil at this location, on the perimeter of Pentagon, where we can still encounter civilians and soldiers en route to work at the center of warmaking on the planet.
Bruce – keep up the great work! Like you and Mary Beth, we continue to keep our eyes on the prize and do what we can to resist the present reign of terror and as we strive with so many others to help create the Beloved Community.
A bow of gratitude,
Art
October 6
Menwith Hill, North Yorkshire, England
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The usual Tuesday night demonstration by Members of the Menwith Hill Accountability Campaign (MHAC) was dedicated to Keep Space for Peace Week. Cars leaving the base were stopped and shown peace banners and slogans.
October 7-10
Keep Space for Peace on Jeju Island, South Korea
Space Industry and AI, the so-called ‘Future Growth Engines’ are Drying Up and Killing Our Planet!
By Choi Sung-Hee
(Photo by Choi Sung-hee)
During the daily human chain, on October 7, 2026, residents and activists of Gangjeong Village, and allies gathered in front of the Jeju Naval Base to remember the “Keep Space for Week.” On that same day, South Korea launched a Nuri rocket from Goheung, placing 14 satellites—including a constellation of five microsatellites—into low Earth orbit. President Lee Jae-myung celebrated the achievement, declaring that South Korea had moved closer to “space sovereignty.” In response, the group, ‘People Opposing Space Militarization and Rocket Launches’ based on South Korea issued a statement emphasizing that space cannot be subject to national sovereignty and must remain a peaceful domain for all of humanity. They further pointed out that Hanwha—a corporation involved in the production of weapons of war—was behind the successful rocket launch.
(Photo by Lee Woo-ki)
In South Korea, as in the United States, the space development sector is being rapidly driven primarily by private corporations. A prime example is Hanwha—a company that contributes to the massacre of Palestinians through its partnerships with Israeli arms manufacturers. Hanwha has built a satellite production facility close to Gangjeong, in a groundwater-protected zone in the mid-mountainous region of Jeju Island. The company aims to transform Jeju into an “outpost for the space industry,” encompassing the entire lifecycle of space operations: AI-driven satellite production, rocket launch, data collection, analysis, and distribution. Furthermore, in collaboration with the military, Hanwha is preparing to conduct a fourth test launch of a solid-propellant space launch vehicle near the waters of Gangjeong later this year. We, however, view this as both a satellite launch test and a missile launch test.
From October 8th to 10th, People Opposing Space Militarization and Rocket Launches —in collaboration with the International Strategy Center, Climate Justice All Over the Neighborhood(Daejeon), Jeju Green Party, and Palestine Cultural Solidarity—held the second National Forum on Space Peace in Daejeon. On the first day, participants toured some space/military industry related facilities in Daejeon, a city changing its title from a hub of science into a center for ‘national defense’ science. Over the second and third days, people held a forum titled “AI and the Space Industry: A ‘Different’ Kind of War and a ‘Different’ Kind of Empire—Who Is Driven to Death, and Who Reaps All the Gains?” Approximately 30 people took part, engaging in serious and passionate discussions.
During this national forum, a collection of excellent protest placards created by activist Kim Eun-sil from Daejeon was put on display. For the 2026 “Keep Space Peace Week,” People Opposing Space Militarization and Rocket Launches produced its own web poster and banner, titled, “Space Industry and AI, the so-called ‘Future Growth Engines’ are Drying Up and Killing Our Planet.” The poster features an illustration by Kim Eun-sil, which depicts a distressing scene: Along with AI, runaway rockets, satellites, radar systems, antennas, and space debris—linked to companies like Hanwha and SpaceX—threatening both our one and only Earth and the space itself.
October 7
Space week events at Reva University, Bengaluru, India
From Bruce’s Blog
I was invited to be a keynote speaker on space issues at a conference by the School of Legal Studies at Reva University in Bengaluru, India by Global Network board member Dr. Aruna Kammila. She directs the Legal Department and is hosting this Space Law conference.
As a preliminary activity her department had first year students make posters about the need for vigorous space law in small groups of 2-4 each. They presented the posters with clear explanations to MB and I. We were asked to pick one as the best of them all. We couldn’t do it. So I took them one at a time and said this one is the best – one after the other. The students faces lit up as they saw each of their creations rewarded.
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Yesterday I spoke to about 60 third year law students and answered questions. And tomorrow the formal conference begins where I will give my talk to a larger group.
We heard that 150 papers were submitted, many from students wishing to address the conference from India and other nations including from the African continent. I’m not certain how many were accepted but it will be a moving day to hear from these very bright young people.
It is an honor to be with them all.
Bruce
October 12
Japan: ‘Don’t use Space for military purposes’
From Bruce’s Blog
The paper says ‘ Don’t use Space for military purposes’.
On October 9 a big general meeting was held in Tokyo with 400 people participating from all over Japan against the current military constructions of missile and ammunition stockpile depos and radar facilities all over Japan from small islands in Okinawa to Hokkaido.
So, Ikeda sent me those photos this morning. Though belatedly, please upload, for I believe this is the first time such photos are sent to Global Network from Japan since Satomi Oba is gone.
This nationwide network was formed thanks to Ikeda and Tokyo activists including Koji Sugihara.
In October 10th photo, there are two people, one from Shizuoka and one from Nagoya, who attended in 2009 Seoul, South Korea Global Network general meeting.
I’m glad finally such voice resonating to GN message has been sent from Japan after many years’ interval.
Makiko Sato, Japan
October 13
India Space Issues Trip Report
From Bruce’s Blog
MB and I spent five rewarding days as guests of Reva University School of Legal Studies for an exciting and moving conference on ‘War, Energy Crisis & Global Stability’. The event was organized by Global Network board member Dr. Aruna Kammila who is the director of the Legal Studies Department.
It was a 32-hour trip from our home in Maine to Bengaluru, India. We took a bus from Portland, Maine to Boston, then fliew to New York City, changed planes to Delhi and then Bengaluru.
We had part of one day to recover at the Reva University guest house (and fed wonderful Indian food and my favorite Chai tea). Then on October 6 I spoke to 60 students and answered questions about space issues. On the 7th MB and I were asked judge a space poster contest of first year law students which I previously posted on above.
On October 8 I was one of three keynote speakers in a plenary session (the others were a retired federal judge and a retired Lt. Col. from the Indian Air Force). Then in a separate gathering I spoke again as did Global Network board member Lisa Savage via Zoom on the environmental impacts of space launch activities.
On October 9 MB and I were asked to comment on students presenting on a wide range of topics including the space issue. At the concluding ceremony MB was also asked to give a wrap-up talk.
On October 10 Assistant Professor Heramb Asvin took MB and I on a tour of a couple temples and the former palace of the Maharaja of Mysore. Its design is based on the Windsor Castle in England, and built in Tudor Revival architecture. Britain essentially colonized India for 300 brutal years.
It was a great visit and we felt good that during our annual Keep Space for Peace Week we were able to speak to so many students and staff at Reva University about the increasingly important space issue.
We flew on October 11 to Southeast Asia to visit family (and our new grandson) for the next five weeks. On November 18 we will fly to Kathmandu, Nepal where I will do more space related talks at local colleges and a community event hosted by the Global Network affiliate group there.
Bruce
Keep Space for Peace Week action in New Zealand
In photos: Peace Action Ōtautahi, for the third year in a row, protesting the Christchurch Aerospace Summit at Te Pae convention centre. The group opposes war profiteering and the city hosting companies complicit in Israel’s genocide and on-going war crimes in Gaza.
Activists include many students from the University of Canterbury calling on their institution to cut ties with the companies, including Rocketlab.
As well as rallying outside the building, PAŌ used stationary vehicles to blockade loading bays to the convention centre on Colombo and Armagh Streets — with activists affixing themselves to the vehicles.
The group alleges police denied one of these activists access to basic necessities including water, food, and medication.
After hours of police struggling to remove the individual, they were taken into custody by a swarm of approximately 25 police officers just before 1pm.
In Addition
Several articles by GN Board Member and co-founder Karl Grossman on plans to put nuclear reactors on the moon were published during Keep Space for Peace Week:
Reactors on the Moon? – 9 October;
The Push for Nuclear Power Plants on the Moon – 13 October;
The Nuclear-NASA Era? – 13 October
