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Last Updated: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, 4:32 PM PDT

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Satellite   Europe   Space Defense & Militarization   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
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SpaceNews.com • Jason Rainbow

Kyivstar to expand SpaceX Starlink 'Direct-to-Cell' tests across most of Ukraine, excluding front-line and occupied areas

By SpaceNews.com: Ukrainian telco Kyivstar said Oct. 31 it is preparing to test SpaceX’s Starlink Direct to Cell service across most of the country, excluding border areas, active combat zones and territories occupied by Russian forces.

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Satellite   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact   Export Controls & Trade Compliance  
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Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Watchdog urges FCC to block SpaceX’s EchoStar spectrum purchase, probe Musk’s ties to China

By Via Satellite: Watchdog group Frequency Forward is calling for the FCC to deny SpaceX’s purchase of EchoStar spectrum and investigate Elon Musk’s business ties to the Chinese government.

2025-10-31T11:15:45.243970-07:00
China   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   Space Policy & International Cooperation  
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Space.com • Mike Wall

Shenzhou 21 launches three astronauts to Tiangong space station — live coverage

By Space.com: Liftoff of the Shenzhou 21 mission is scheduled for 11:44 a.m. ET today (Oct. 31).

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