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Space Force moves GPS III‑8 from ULA Vulcan to SpaceX Falcon 9 amid Vulcan anomaly probe

The U.S. Space Force has re‑manifested the GPS III‑8 national‑security launch from United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur to a SpaceX Falcon 9 to protect the GPS delivery timeline while an investigation into a Vulcan anomaly continues. The reassignment prioritizes timely, reliable launch capability for critical PNT sustainment.

Also: Air & Space Forces Mag, Defense Daily and insidedefense.com
2026-03-20T07:40:14.569933-07:00
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Bloomberg • Bruce Einhorn

US and Israeli Airstrikes Severely Damage Iran’s Rocket and Satellite Programs, Pushing Tehran Toward China and Russia

By Bloomberg: The Iranian space program, one of the most advanced in the Middle East, has suffered extensive damage from US and Israeli airstrikes, potentially driving Tehran to deepen cooperation with China and Russia.

2026-03-20T13:10:16.958433-07:00
Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization   Cybersecurity (Cyber Threats & Protection)  
Wall Street Journal • Konstantin Kakaes

'Open Space' Review — How Private Satellites Are Shaping Communications, Transport and Warfare

By Wall Street Journal: Our dependence on satellite technology means that private citizens now wield enormous power over communications, transportation and war.

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