PLANS for a 'space nation' that will orbit the earth are secretly part of a global conspiracy to enslave humanity - if conspiracy theorists are to be believed.

Scientists and astronomers have revealed plans to set up a new nation in space called Asgardia.

Anyone can apply to be a citizen in the cosmic country, which will be based around one or more satellites orbiting the Earth.

5 Gaze upon the Eye of Horus! The ancient symbol - sometimes associated with secret societies - is on display on the side of Asgardia Credit: https://asgardia.space/

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But conspiracy theorists claim a glowing symbol on a computer mock-up of the space station is actually the Eye of Horus, an ancient Egyptian emblem they say is linked to Freemasons and the Illuminati.

The Illuminati, they claim, is a secret society that seeks to wield shadowy power over the fate of humanity.

Why this cabal of plotters who go to every length to keep their existence unknown would slap their symbol on the side of a huge space station is anyone's guess.

Internet conspiracy theorist DAHBOO777 said: "You’ve got to see the Illuminati symbolism hiding in plain sight – right in your face."

5 The Eye of Horus, an ancient Egyptian emblem Credit: Internet

5 The 'All-seeing Eye' conspiracy theorists say is a symbol of the Illuminati Credit: Alamy

Another added: "Of course they will use it for mind control and evil purposes," while another said: "The elites plan on escaping God's wrath. Or plan on escaping the havoc they will cause."

Kooks believe eye symbology is often used by the Illuminati, AKA the New World Order, most notably on the 'All-seeing Eye' seen on dollar bills.

5 It is proposed that Asgardia will hold up to 100,000 citizens Credit: ASGARDIA

Proposed by Dr Igor Ashurbeyli of the Aerospace International Research Center, Asgardia was started as a way of exploring whether it's possible to create a country in orbit.

If the idea of living in space interests you - and you don't mind being a pawn of the New World Order - you can apply to become a citizen via their website.

At a press conference in Paris, Dr Ashurbeyli and his team also revealed their plans to act as guardians of the earth.

Once the satellite is launched, the group will also set about creating a state of the art protective shield to shield Earth from the dangers of doomsday space rocks.

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The shield will act as protection for the people of Earth, defending them from cosmic threats, such as asteroids, solar flares and space debris.

"The project's concept comprises three parts – philosophical, legal and scientific/technological," Dr Ashurbeyli announced at the press conference.

“Asgardia is a fully-fledged and independent nation, and a future member of the United Nations - with all the attributes this status entails.

“The essence of Asgardia is peace in space, and the prevention of Earth’s conflicts being transferred into space."

There are currently only 14 nations in the world who have launched satellites into space, however Ashurbeyli said that once Asgardia launches it will become completely independent, with it's own flag and set of laws.

For those interested in living in space, it is possible to apply for Asgardian citizenship, however only the first 100,000 people will be accepted as citizens.

If you're one of the lucky few who will become space citizens, you will gain dual-nationality for Asgardia and your earth-bound country.

5 Gaining citizenship for Asgardia is surprisingly easy - all you need to do is supply your name, email address and nationality Credit: ASGARDIA

Gaining citizenship for the new space nation is surprisingly easy, all you need to do is fill out your email address, name and nationality.

While many will be sceptical of the legitimacy of the project, any worries will be allayed by the fact that Dr Ashurbeyli was recently made chairman of UNESCO'S 'Science in Space' committee.

Meaning life in space really could be just round the corner.

Then we might finally be able to solve some of the great mysteries of the cosmos, including one astonishing recent suggestion that a fully-functioning space base was developed on Earth 7,000 year ago by aliens who discovered Pluto.

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