Arstechnica iconArstechnicaSep 2, 2026

Is Russia's rival to Starlink failing? Here's what we know.

At least three of the first 32 Rassvet satellites likely suffered outright failures, and more may be in trouble.

Is Russia's rival to Starlink failing? Here's what we know.

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At least three of the first 32 Rassvet satellites likely suffered outright failures, and more may be in trouble.

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At least three of the first 32 Rassvet satellites likely suffered outright failures, and more may be in trouble.

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