SpaceX Aborts Second Starship V3 Launch Attempt After Ignition

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SpaceX abruptly called off the second launch attempt of its Starship V3 rocket after the vehicle had already reached ignition. The company did not immediately provide an explanation for the abort. The incident triggered a notable market reaction, with SpaceX stock falling more than 4% in after-hours trading. Losses were partially recovered shortly after the initial drop. The abort marks a setback for SpaceX's continued efforts to advance its next-generation Starship program.

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