Two More Satellites From Russia’s Starlink Alternative Face Atmospheric Reentry

Russia’s attempt to construct a domestic alternative to SpaceX’s Starlink, aimed at delivering high-speed satellite internet and establishing a dedicated military space communications network, is encountering mounting technical failures in orbit. At least two satellites deployed during the second mass launch on July 20, 2026, are expected to be lost, according to space researcher Anatoly Zak, as reported by The Moscow Times on August 25. More

(Source: United24 Media - Aug 26)