SpaceX claims close approach to Starlink satellite by payload from Chinese launch

Published on December 16, 2025
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A reported close approach between a Starlink satellite and a recently launched Chinese spacecraft highlights the challenges of coordinating spacecraft operations and verifying potential close calls in orbit.

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