Russia Accelerates Rassvet Satellite Network to Rival Starlink

Russia's Security Council has urged a rapid buildout of its Rassvet satellite communications system as a counter to SpaceX's Starlink. This year the country has put 32 satellites into orbit to bolster military communications in Ukraine. Rassvet still faces limited coverage and spotty service in certain regions. Russian officials argue that Western satellite services operating over Russian territory pose security risks.