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A Chinese rocket disintegrated dangerously close to the Starlink satellite constellation, likely generating between 100 and 150 new pieces of space junk. This incident highlights the growing risks of space debris accumulation as more nations launch heavy payloads into orbit. The debris threatens the operational safety of commercial and military satellites, raising concerns about long-term sustainability of space infrastructure.
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