Paris-based chief correspondent John Leicester broke new ground with his latest exclusive, revealing that Russia is suspected of developing a space weapon designed to disable Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites — a critical component of Ukraine’s battlefield communications network.
The scoop was the result of Leicester’s years-long effort to build a trusted network of defense and intelligence sources who value his accuracy and impartiality. After receiving a tip about Russia’s covert plans to test a space weapon that could scatter shrapnel in orbit, Leicester spent weeks confirming the details through multiple sources, including access to non-public intelligence.
His reporting also drew on interviews with top military experts, including the commander of the Canadian military’s space division, who offered insight into the technological, military and strategic implications of such a weapon. Leicester’s ability to explain highly complex aerospace defense issues in clear, compelling language helped ensure that the story resonated widely with both expert and general audiences.
The report follows a series of exclusives from Leicester on Russian and Chinese military activities, cementing AP’s position as a global leader in defense and space coverage.
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