Space Forces - recently formed (June 1, 2001) branch of the Russian Armed Forces which is responsible for space defence. The space defence is meant to be a timely warning of a missile attack, yet a constant maintenance of a multipurpose satellite contingent.

Space Forces is additionaly responsible for Moscow anti-missile defence.

The Russian Space Forces operated sytems are in charge of national strategic missions vital for both the Armed Forces and the majority of governmental bodies which deal with national economy and social welfare.