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GLOC 2026 in Kigali: Africa’s Moment for Space‑Driven Climate Action

The International Astronautical Federation will convene the Global Space Conference on Climate Change (GLOC) in Kigali from 2–4 June 2026. Hosting the summit in Africa underscores regional leadership in shaping space‑enabled climate monitoring, adaptation and resilience efforts.

2026-03-23T04:39:15.040892-07:00

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Perspective Spatial 2026: Europe’s Space Reality Check

2026-03-23T04:39:14.953596-07:00

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Ran Livne appointed Director of the Israel Space Agency

2026-03-23T01:59:57.900184-07:00

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Progress MS-33 (Progress 94) launches to ISS; antenna fault forces manual docking

2026-03-22T23:49:26.982373-07:00

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GLOC 2026 in Kigali: Africa’s Moment for Space‑Driven Climate Action The International Astronautical Federation will convene the Global Space Conference on Climate Change (GLOC) in Kigali from 2–4 June 2026. Hosting the summit in Africa underscores regional leadership in shaping space‑enabled climate monitoring, adaptation and resilience efforts.

2026-03-23T04:39:15.040892-07:00

GLOC 2026 in Kigali: Africa’s Moment for Space‑Driven Climate Action

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Perspective Spatial 2026: Europe’s Space Reality Check Laura Todd sits down with Dr. Gilles Rabin to unpack what may be one of the most candid conversations Europe’s space sector has had. Their discussion confronts the sector’s strategic choices, industrial realities and policy trade-offs at a pivotal moment for European space.

2026-03-23T04:39:14.953596-07:00

Perspective Spatial 2026: Europe’s Space Reality Check

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Ran Livne appointed Director of the Israel Space Agency Ran Livne has been appointed director of the Israel Space Agency after an announcement from Minister Gila Gamliel. Livne becomes the agency's newest director and will assume responsibility for guiding the ISA's programs and initiatives. The appointment marks a leadership change for Israel's national space efforts.

2026-03-23T01:59:57.900184-07:00

Ran Livne appointed Director of the Israel Space Agency

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Progress MS-33 (Progress 94) launches to ISS; antenna fault forces manual docking Russia's Progress MS-33 (Progress 94) launched to resupply the International Space Station, but an antenna fault disabled its automated rendezvous system. Controllers and the crew will perform a manual docking when the vehicle arrives; final berthing status remains pending.

2026-03-22T23:49:26.982373-07:00

Progress MS-33 (Progress 94) launches to ISS; antenna fault forces manual docking

Space.com

Astronomers decry giant orbiting mirror and SpaceX’s proposed one‑million AI satellites as 'destruction' of human heritage Astronomers have condemned plans for a giant orbiting mirror and SpaceX’s proposal for up to one million AI satellites as "the destruction of a central part of human heritage." They warn the projects will severely disrupt ground‑based observations, night‑sky visibility and long‑term orbital sustainability.

2026-03-22T03:05:31.650224-07:00

Astronomers decry giant orbiting mirror and SpaceX’s proposed one‑million AI satellites as 'destruction' of human heritage

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€140m in ESA launcher-support funding stuck in limbo and at risk of being lost Nearly €140 million (about $162 million) committed by ESA member states to a launcher-support programme is now in limbo and faces being forfeited, officials say. The funds were earmarked to back European launch-vehicle development but remain at risk amid unresolved programme or governance issues.

2026-03-21T17:59:42.231894-07:00

€140m in ESA launcher-support funding stuck in limbo and at risk of being lost

Space.com

Artemis Accords talks stall on emergency-response and 'harmful interference' rules as 'safety zone' definition remains unclear Artemis Accords signatories are debating emergency-response protocols and 'harmful interference' rules for lunar operations, with delegations split over how to define and apply 'safety zones' around activities. The negotiations target deconfliction, site protection and liability but leave operational boundaries and enforcement ambiguous.

2026-03-21T06:09:41.185511-07:00

Artemis Accords talks stall on emergency-response and 'harmful interference' rules as 'safety zone' definition remains unclear

Wall Street Journal

'Open Space' — Private satellites shift power over communications, transport and warfare 'Open Space' argues reliance on satellite technology has shifted power to private actors and citizens—commercial satellites now shape communications, transport and warfare. The review shows distributed constellations and accessible platforms let individuals and firms exert influence that previously belonged to states.

2026-03-20T09:29:55.553881-07:00

'Open Space' — Private satellites shift power over communications, transport and warfare

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GLOC 2026 in Kigali: Africa’s Moment for Space‑Driven Climate Action

Perspective Spatial 2026: Europe’s Space Reality Check

Ran Livne appointed Director of the Israel Space Agency

Progress MS-33 (Progress 94) launches to ISS; antenna fault forces manual docking

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