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archaeology1 year ago•3 min saved

Spy Satellites Uncover Ancient Iraqi Battlefield

Declassified 1970s U.S. spy satellite images have helped a British-Iraqi archaeological team identify the site of the historic Battle of al-Qadisiyah in Iraq, a decisive seventh-century conflict that facilitated the spread of Islam. The site, located near Kufa, was identified using remote sensing techniques and confirmed by ground surveys, revealing features like a trench and fortresses. This discovery is part of a broader effort to document endangered archaeological sites in Iraq, a region rich in history but affected by decades of conflict.

via ABC News|

#archaeology #battle-of-al-qadisiyah #iraq

international-news1 year ago•3 min saved

North Korean Spy Satellite Explodes After Launch, Japan Issues Warning

North Korea's attempt to launch its second spy satellite ended in failure as the rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, marking a setback for Kim Jong Un's surveillance ambitions. The launch, which coincided with a high-level trilateral meeting between South Korea, China, and Japan, drew international rebukes and was seen as a provocative act. The explosion was attributed to a suspected engine problem, and further investigations are underway. The incident complicates North Korea's plans to deploy additional military satellites and highlights tensions in the region.

via NBC News|

#international-news #international-relations #kim-jong-un

international-news1 year ago•4 min saved

"North Korean Spy Satellite Explodes After Launch, Japan Issues Warning"

North Korea's attempt to launch its second spy satellite ended in failure as the rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, marking a setback for Kim Jong Un's surveillance ambitions. The launch, which coincided with a high-level meeting between South Korea, China, and Japan, drew international condemnation for violating UN sanctions. The explosion was attributed to a suspected engine problem, and further investigations are underway. The incident underscores ongoing regional tensions and North Korea's defiance of international norms.

via ABC News|

#international-news #north-korea #regional-security

international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Spy Satellite Fails, Sparks Regional Tensions

North Korea's latest attempt to launch a spy satellite ended in a mid-air explosion, drawing criticism from Seoul and Tokyo. The failure was attributed to issues with a newly developed engine. The launch, which violated UN resolutions, has heightened regional tensions, with accusations of Russian assistance to Pyongyang in exchange for weapons sent to Moscow for use in Ukraine.

via The Guardian|

#explosion #international-news #north-korea

international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

North Korean Satellite Explodes Mid-Air After Launch

North Korea's second attempt to launch a spy satellite failed shortly after takeoff, with officials blaming an air blast issue. The failed launch coincided with a trilateral meeting between China, Japan, and South Korea, who condemned the action as a threat to regional security. The incident underscores ongoing tensions and North Korea's defiance against international pressure to halt its missile and satellite tests.

via New York Post |

#china-japan-south-korea-relations #international-news #north-korea

international-news1 year ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Spy Satellite Launch Fails Mid-Air

North Korea's attempt to launch a spy satellite into orbit failed as the rocket exploded mid-air, likely due to engine failure. The launch, which drew strong rebukes from neighboring countries, was detected by South Korea's Joint Chiefs of Staff. This follows North Korea's previous unsuccessful attempts to establish a space-based surveillance network amid increasing U.S.-led military threats.

via WKRC TV Cincinnati|

#engine-failure #international-news #north-korea

international-news1 year ago•4 min saved

North Korea's Spy Satellite Launch Fails, Explodes Mid-Air

North Korea's attempt to launch its second spy satellite ended in failure as the rocket exploded shortly after liftoff, a significant setback for Kim Jong Un's surveillance ambitions. The launch, which coincided with a high-level meeting between South Korea, China, and Japan, drew international condemnation and was deemed a violation of UN Security Council resolutions. The incident underscores ongoing regional tensions and North Korea's defiance of international norms.

via The Associated Press|

#international-news #north-korea #regional-security

international-news1 year ago•3 min saved

Japan Issues Missile Alert as North Korea Plans Rocket Launch

North Korea's attempt to launch a second spy satellite ended in a mid-air explosion due to a suspected engine problem. The launch, which was notified to Japan's coast guard, was detected by South Korea's military but resulted in debris falling into North Korean waters. This follows previous failed attempts and comes amid international concerns over North Korea's missile technology and regional stability.

via CBS News|

#international-news #japan #north-korea

space1 year ago•5 min saved

"Delta 4 Heavy: The Fiery Final Flight"

United Launch Alliance launched its 16th and final triple-core Delta 4 Heavy rocket, carrying a classified spy satellite for the National Reconnaissance Office. The launch marked the end of a storied era in U.S. rocketry, with the Delta 4 family dating back to the dawn of the space age. The satellite's mission and details were kept classified, but it is believed to be an advanced signals intelligence satellite bound for a geosynchronous orbit. The retirement of the Delta 4 Heavy paves the way for United Launch Alliance's transition to the next-generation Vulcan rockets.

via CBS News|

#delta-4-heavy #national-reconnaissance-office #rocket-launch

spacetechnology1 year ago•5 min saved

"Delta Rocket Family's Fiery Finale Marks End of an Era"

The final flight of United Launch Alliance's Delta IV Heavy rocket took off from Cape Canaveral, Florida, carrying a classified spy satellite for the National Reconnaissance Office. This marked the end of a 389-mission legacy dating back to 1960. The rocket's successful liftoff and deployment of the payload into a high-altitude orbit signaled the conclusion of the Delta rocket family's era, as ULA transitions to its new-generation Vulcan rocket.

via Ars Technica|

#delta-iv-heavy #national-reconnaissance-office #rocket-launch

spacetechnology1 year ago•2 min saved

"Watch Live: United Launch Alliance's Final Delta IV Heavy Rocket Liftoff"

United Launch Alliance's Delta Heavy IV rocket will launch for the final time from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying a classified payload for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office. The nature of the payload remains a mystery, but it is likely a sophisticated spy satellite. The launch can be watched live on Space.com, and the retirement of the Delta IV Heavy paves the way for ULA's new Vulcan Centaur rocket.

via Space.com|

#delta-iv-heavy #nrol-70 #space-launch

spacedefense2 years ago•6 min saved

"Unfulfilled Mission: The Manned Orbiting Laboratory Project"

The Manned Orbiting Laboratory (MOL) was a top-secret US program in the 1960s aimed at sending a crewed spy satellite to space to obtain high-resolution photographic imagery of US adversaries like the Soviet Union. Prompted by the need for rapid and reliable intelligence during the Cold War and the Vietnam War, the program aimed to marry the capabilities of spy planes and photo reconnaissance satellites by operating a crewed spy satellite in space. Although the program never made it to space, it was intended to provide real-time intelligence gathering and circumvent limitations faced by traditional satellites.

via Business Insider|

#cold-war #manned-orbiting-laboratory #reconnaissance

spacetechnology2 years ago•3 min saved

China's Milestone: Top-Secret Spy Satellite Launched on Supersized Rocket

China launched a classified military spy satellite, Yaogan-41, on its largest rocket, the Long March 5. The rocket was upgraded with a taller payload fairing to accommodate the satellite. The Chinese government claims that Yaogan-41 is a high-altitude optical remote sensing satellite, potentially indicating its placement in geosynchronous orbit. This orbit would provide continuous views of a significant portion of the Earth's surface. While China states that the satellite will be used for civilian purposes, it is likely to have military applications, including tracking US Navy ships and allied vessels in the Indo-Pacific region.

via Ars Technica|

#china #geosynchronous-orbit #long-march-5-rocket

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Warning: Attacking Spy Satellite Equals War Declaration

North Korea has warned the United States that any harm caused to its military spy satellite will be considered a declaration of war. The regime threatened retaliation if the satellite is targeted, stating that it would take "responsive action measures for self-defense" to undermine or destroy US spy satellites. North Korea claimed to have successfully launched the satellite into orbit last month, with intelligence suggesting Russian assistance in its construction and launch. The regime's aggressive posturing emphasizes the inviolability of its satellite and warns of potential clashes in East Asia due to unwelcome US intervention.

via Yahoo News|

#declaration-of-war #international-relations #north-korea

international-relations2 years ago•2 min saved

North Korea's Warning: Spy Satellite Damage Equals Declaration of War

North Korea has warned the United States that any interference with its military spy satellite will be considered a declaration of war. The regime claims to have successfully launched the satellite into orbit with assistance from Russia. North Korea's aggressive posturing emphasizes the inviolability of its satellite, with state media warning of an "unexpected clash" in East Asia if the US intervenes. Kim Jong Un visited the control center to learn about developments in using the spy satellite.

via Fox News|

#declaration-of-war #international-relations #kim-jong-un