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Mysterious Russian satellite raises fears of space conflict
Original: military satellite
A Russian military satellite has drawn international attention amid warnings it could escalate tensions in orbit. Reporting describes the spacecraft as mysterious in purpose, with concerns it may be used to track, shadow or disable other satellites. Observers say the situation is fuelling debate about weapons in space and the risks of an incident triggering a wider confrontation between major powers.
Why now: Growing concern that the Russian satellite's unknown mission could provoke a military confrontation in orbit.
Russiamilitary satelliteThe Independent
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- Russian Satellite Kosmos-2612 Closes to Within 26 Meters of ICEYE-X36 During Pursuit · Мілітарний
- Why a mysterious Russian satellite is threatening to spark a space war · The Independent
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