Ukraine is actively targeting Russia’s ground-based space control centres, a previously considered untouchable element of Russia’s military infrastructure. These centres are critical for maintaining Russia’s global communications, intelligence gathering, and navigation systems. Located far from the immediate fighting, and heavily defended, they were thought to be safe from Ukrainian attacks. However, Ukraine has successfully struck these facilities, indicating a growing capability to reach deep into Russian territory. These attacks are designed to weaken Russia’s military capabilities by disrupting its reliance on space-based assets. The strikes represent a significant escalation in the conflict, signaling a new front in the war – space warfare – and challenging Russia’s dominance in the region.