Russian Satellite Cosmos 2553

A Russian satellite linked to the country's nuclear anti-satellite weapons program is spinning out of control, indicating a setback for their space weapons development. The satellite, Cosmos 2553, is no longer operational and its exact purpose remains unclear.

Defunct Russian Satellite Breaks Up in Orbit

A defunct Russian satellite broke up into over 100 pieces of debris in orbit, leading the astronauts on the International Space Station to take shelter for an hour. The cause of the break-up is unknown.

NASA spacecraft and Russian satellite near collision in low-Earth orbit

NASA spacecraft and Russian satellite narrowly avoid collision in low-Earth orbit, highlighting growing concerns about space debris and potential dangers to space exploration.