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New York Times • Kenneth Chang

Russian satellite’s approach to another spacecraft raises concern over pattern of orbital aggression

Kosmos 2612 has moved away after approaching another spacecraft in orbit, but the maneuver has alarmed analysts who view it as part of a broader pattern of Russian aggression. The incident puts renewed focus on the monitoring and security of spacecraft operating in orbit.

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2026-10-20T01:12:00.122737-07:00

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SpaceWatch Global • K.-P. Ludwig

#SpaceWatchGL Opinion: Quo Vadis, Europa? - A Critique of the Moment in an Age of Missing Orders

By SpaceWatch Global: Europe wants strategic autonomy in space, but fragmented programmes and limited launch capacity remain. KP asks whether Europe can turn sovereignty into action.

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2026-10-20T01:35:29.728451-07:00

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AINonline • Matt Thurber

Viasat Paves Path for Simpler Satellite Communications Service Plans

By AINonline: Published manufacturers suggested retail prices will make it easier to compare.

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2026-10-20T02:04:59.459604-07:00

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PaxEx.Aero • Seth Miller

United's Starlink Milestone, and a Plan to Acellerate

By PaxEx.Aero: The important thing about highlighting progress in an aircraft upgrade program is picking statistics that benefit the news. For United Airlines the metric of choice is daily departures.

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2026-10-20T01:04:44.823274-07:00

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Bloomberg • Gerry Doyle

How US Satellites Became Crucial to Ukraine’s Defense

By Bloomberg: Ukraine’s defense against Russian attacks depends heavily on US satellites, not only for warning of incoming missiles but also for the communications that keep drones and frontline forces operating.

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2026-10-20T01:04:57.923646-07:00

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SpaceWatch Global • Joshua Faleti

NVIDIA Invests in Reflex Aerospace as German Satellite Maker Scales Production

By SpaceWatch Global: NVIDIA to invest in Reflex Aerospace as the German satellite maker expands production and develops platforms for European intelligence needs.

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2026-10-20T01:35:29.572909-07:00

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Universe Today • Evan Gough

The ESA's Euclid Space Telescope Has Discovered A New Comet

By Universe Today: The ESA's Euclid space telescope was launched in July, 2026, and its mission is to observe billions of galaxies. The goal is to measure their redshifts over 10 billion years of Universal expansion, to better understand dark matter and dark energy.

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2026-10-19T13:05:06.336092-07:00

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Via Satellite • Mark Holmes

OHB Wins ESA Study Deal for Lunar Infrastructure

By Via Satellite: OHB has won a new lunar infrastructure deal from the European Space Agency (ESA).

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2026-10-19T13:55:19.293196-07:00

Russian satellite’s approach to another spacecraft raises concern over pattern of orbital aggression

#SpaceWatchGL Opinion: Quo Vadis, Europa? - A Critique of the Moment in an Age of Missing Orders

Viasat Paves Path for Simpler Satellite Communications Service Plans

United's Starlink Milestone, and a Plan to Acellerate

How US Satellites Became Crucial to Ukraine’s Defense

NVIDIA Invests in Reflex Aerospace as German Satellite Maker Scales Production

The ESA's Euclid Space Telescope Has Discovered A New Comet

OHB Wins ESA Study Deal for Lunar Infrastructure

NVIDIA Invests in Reflex Aerospace as German Satellite Maker Scales Production

#SpaceWatchGL Opinion: Quo Vadis, Europa? - A Critique of the Moment in an Age of Missing Orders

Viasat Paves Path for Simpler Satellite Communications Service Plans

How US Satellites Became Crucial to Ukraine’s Defense

Russian Satellite Makes a Menacing Approach to Another Craft in Orbit

United's Starlink Milestone, and a Plan to Acellerate

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Starlink restrictions constrain Ukraine’s military communications and drone interception

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