Japan Successfully Launches Kirameki 3 Satellite with H3 Rocket

Japan's H3 rocket successfully launched the Kirameki 3 military communications satellite from Tanegashima Space Center, marking its fourth flight. The satellite, also known as DSN-3, will be used for military communications by the Japanese military and is positioned in geostationary orbit. This launch follows the H3's initial failed attempt and subsequent successful missions, solidifying its role as Japan's new medium-lift workhorse rocket.