Soyuz to Launch First Obzor Radar Satellite
A Russian Soyuz rocket is scheduled to launch the all-weather Obzor-R radar satellite on December 24, 2025, from Plesetsk, after years of delays. The satellite, developed by RKTs Progress, will operate in a near-polar, Sun-synchronous orbit for military and civilian imaging purposes, marking a significant milestone in Russia's space capabilities.