No to U.S. Missile Defence
US Missile Defence is part of US' strategy for full military domination of land, air, sea, space and information. The US describes it as a defensive system as it allows the US to shoot down incoming missiles. In reality it will enable the US to attack other countries without fear of retaliation. It formed a major part of the “Star Wars” proposal suggested by President Reagan and has also sparked controversy under the Presidency of George W Bush by provoking a new arms race with an increased likelihood of nuclear weapons use. Iran's long range missiles as well as North Korea's ambitions have been cited as the reason for US Missile Defence. There are two components in the UK at Fylingdales and Menwith Hill both in North Yorkshire.

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What is it?

US Missile Defence is part of US' strategy for full military domination of land, air, sea, space and information.
 
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President Obama

On becoming President, Obama ordered a full review into US Missile Defence.
 
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Why we oppose US M.D.?

US Missile Defence makes us an immediate target from states targetting the US.
 
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How it Works

The system uses a network of space based heat detecting satellites detecting global ballistic missile launches.
 
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UK Involvement

The UK is complicit in all current US Missile Defence plans and further development.