Russian satellite stalked ICEYE spacecraft in potentially dangerous on-orbit maneuvers
According to space-tracking firm LeoLabs, the Russian satellite Cosmos 2612 executed potentially dangerous on-orbit maneuvers, approaching within approximately 500 meters (about a third of a mile) of the US-flagged ICEYE-X36 spacecraft. The ICEYE-X36 satellite is believed to be supporting Ukraine. The close approach underscores growing concerns regarding close-proximity orbital operations involving satellites associated with active geopolitical conflicts and military reconnaissance support.
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