Four Russian satellites are now within striking distance of an ICEYE radarsat
Summary
Ars Technica reports that four Russian satellites have adjusted their orbits to align with ICEYE-X36, enabling potential proximity operations. The maneuvers suggest Russia is testing co-planar approaches near a radar imaging satellite, raising security concerns about space-based ISR and anti-satellite capabilities. The article notes uncertainty about the satellites' exact abilities and emphasizes the fuel-intensive nature of plane-change maneuvers.