June 2025 Space News

Global partners shape access to space Australia DOD 30 Jun 2025 -- Defence hosted representatives from nine other like-minded nations in Canberra from June 23-27 to progress international cooperation on responsible behaviour in space.
EDA signs with ISISPACE for LEO2VLEO satellite constellation launch European Defence Agency 30 Jun 2025 -- On 30 June 2025, the European Defence Agency (EDA) signed the contract for the LEO2VLEO project to develop and deploy a constellation of military defence satellites capable of manoeuvring between Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Very Low Earth Orbit (VLEO).
Finland to procure its first own satellites for defence Finnish MoD 27 Jun 2025 -- Finland's Ministry of Defence and Iceye Oy have signed a letter of intent that allows Finland to procure Iceye synthetic aperture radar (SAR) satellites.
Shenzhou-20 astronauts complete second series of extravehicular activities Global Times 27 Jun 2025 -- The Shenzhou-20 crew on board China's orbiting space station completed their mission's second series of extravehicular activities on Thursday, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
USSPACECOM DCOM highlights strategic partnerships at Prague Security Space Conference United States Space Force 26 Jun 2025 -- Lt. Gen. Thomas James, U.S. Space Command deputy commander, attended the Prague Security Studies Institute's 8th Prague Space Security Conference in the Czech Republic, June 15-17.
Shenzhou-20 crew set for second extravehicular activities People's Daily 26 Jun 2025 -- The Shenzhou-20 crew members, who are currently on board China's space station, will conduct a second round of extravehicular activities within the next few days, the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) announced on Wednesday.
PM welcomes the successful launch of the Space Mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland and the US India PIB 25 Jun 2025 -- The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today welcomed the successful launch of the Space Mission carrying astronauts from India, Hungary, Poland and the US
"Axiom-4 Mission Heralds India's Ascent to Viksit Bharat," declares Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh India PIB 25 Jun 2025 -- "Axiom-4 Mission heralds India's ascent to Viksit Bharat"
SSA Announces Launch of 'Madak Space' Experiments to the International Space Station SPA 25 Jun 2025 -- The Saudi Space Agency (SSA) announced the launch of the winning experiments from the "Madak Space" competition to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of an international space mission that lifted off this morning from Kennedy Space Center in Florida, US. This milestone reflects the Kingdom's commitment to advancing scientific innovation and empowering emerging talent in the field of space sciences
Nanosatellite Mission Yields Key Insights for Warfighter Capabilities US Navy 25 Jun 2025 -- A team of engineers at Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific recently concluded a groundbreaking nanosatellite mission, the Laser Crosslink Experiment (LaCE), which has yielded valuable insights for future warfighter capabilities.
The Ministry of Defence and NATO have mobilized nearly €37 million for satellite communications for the Defence Forces of Ukraine Ukraine MOD 24 Jun 2025
Remarks by Commissioner Kubilius on the EU Space Act and on a vision for European Space Economy. European Commission 24 Jun 2025
Space partners eye secure future Australia DOD 24 Jun 2025 -- Australia's enduring partnership with the United States in space security and innovation was front and centre during a recent visit by General Stephen N. Whiting, Commander of the United States Space Command.
LONG RANGE DISCRIMINATION RADAR SUCCESSFULLY TRACKS BALLISTIC MISSILE DURING TEST MDA 24 Jun 2025 -- The U.S. Missile Defense Agency (MDA), in cooperation with U.S. Space Force and U.S. Northern Command, conducted a flight test on June 23, 2025, in which the Long Range Discrimination Radar (LRDR) at Clear Space Force Station, Alaska, successfully acquired, tracked and reported missile target data to the Command and Control Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC).
What time is it on the Moon? It's all relative... UN News 24 Jun 2025 -- Telling the time on the Moon is more complicated than you might think, but answering the question is becoming more important amid a resurgent interest in lunar exploration. The UN is helping to ensure the Moon is governed in a coordinated and peaceful way, and agreeing on a time zone is a central element of international discussions.
Sweden signs agreement with US on advanced space technology Government Offices of Sweden 23 Jun 2025 -- Minister for Foreign Affairs Maria Malmer Stenergard today signed an agreement with the United States that will enable American companies to export advanced space technology to Sweden.
China launches satellite Chinasat-9C People's Daily 21 Jun 2025 -- China sent a new satellite into space on Friday from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in the southwestern province of Sichuan.
From the Global South to the stars: A new space race UN News 21 Jun 2025 -- Once the exclusive domain of a handful of technologically advanced countries, outer space is now within the reach of emerging nations from the Global South, as costs fall and technology becomes more widely available.
Chinese firm makes breakthrough in reusable rocket technology as ground test succeeds Global Times 20 Jun 2025 -- A Chinese firm has made a major breakthrough in reusable rocket technology as the first-stage propulsion system of the Zhuque-3 rocket, developed by private company LandSpace, successfully completed a large-scale ground test on Friday at the Dongfeng commercial space pilot zone near the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China's Gansu Province.
U.S.-Sweden Technology Safeguards Agreement US Dept. of State 20 Jun 2025 -- Today, the United States and Sweden signed the Agreement on Technology Safeguards Associated with U.S. Participation in Space Launches from Sweden, or the U.S.-Sweden Technology Safeguards Agreement.
Developers elaborate on innovation of China's new-gen crewed spacecraft Mengzhou Global Times 18 Jun 2025 -- Developers of Mengzhou - China's new-generation manned spacecraft that just successfully underwent an escape flight test at zero altitude on Tuesday - further elaborated Wednesday on the innovation of the spacecraft in comparison with the country's Shenzhou system, which included deploying parachutes and airbags to reduce the landing impact on the return capsule.
China successfully conducts zero-altitude escape test for new-generation manned spacecraft Mengzhou Global Times 17 Jun 2025 -- China successfully conducted a zero-altitude escape test for the manned spacecraft Mengzhou (Dream Vessel) at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Northwest China's Gansu Province on Tuesday, marking a significant breakthrough in the development of China's manned lunar exploration program.
China conducts successful escape flight test on new-gen manned spacecraft Global Times 17 Jun 2025 -- China successfully conducted an escape flight test on its new-generation manned spacecraft Mengzhou at zero altitude on Tuesday, taking an important step forward in its manned lunar exploration program, the Global Times learned from the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) on Tuesday.
Ukraine and Sweden to cooperate in the military space domain Ukraine MOD 12 Jun 2025
Commission approves unconditionally the acquisition of Intelsat by SES European Commission 10 Jun 2025 -- The European Commission has approved unconditionally, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of Intelsat Holdings S.à r.l. ('Intelsat') by SES S.A. ('SES'). The Commission concluded that the transaction would not raise competition concerns in the European Economic Area ('EEA').
VSFB pioneers research on ascent sonic booms United States Space Force 10 Jun 2025 -- Vandenberg Space Force Base stands as a vital hub where Guardians and Airmen oversee launches that safeguard U.S. interests and uphold America's edge in the space domain. Each mission highlights American innovation, fortifies resilience, and increases security for the nation and its allies.
China builds giant radio telescope in Xinjiang People's Daily 10 Jun 2025 -- China is building a giant radio telescope in northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. The main tower of the telescope was capped on Sunday, ushering in the official start of its interior decoration.
NASA, Pentagon rush for replacement of SpaceX as Trump-Musk feud deepens Global Times 08 Jun 2025 -- NASA and Pentagon officials moved swiftly this past week to urge competitors to Elon Musk's SpaceX to more quickly develop alternative rockets and spacecraft after US President Donald Trump threatened to cancel Space X's contracts and Musk's defiant response, The Washington Post reported on Saturday local time.
Musk-Trump rupture poses serious threat to NASA, Pentagon programs: report People's Daily 07 Jun 2025 -- Elon Musk's threat, which he later retracted, to cut off NASA's use of SpaceX's Dragon spacecraft would be a huge blow to NASA, depriving the space agency of the only American vehicle capable of transporting astronauts to the International Space Station and dramatically changing how NASA would access the 100 billion U.S. dollars orbiting laboratory, The Washington Post has reported.
Iran and Russia discuss developing space cooperation IRNA 06 Jun 2025 -- Kazem Jalali, the ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Russia, met with Dmitry Bakanov, the head of the Russian space agency Roscosmos, on Friday, June 6, and discussed the development of cooperation between the space agencies of the two countries.
NATO Space Commanders discuss commercial contributions to NATO Space Operations during conference at Ramstein NATO Allied Air Command 06 Jun 2025 -- Space Commander's from 19 NATO Nations and two Partner Nations, Australia and Japan, met for the annual NATO Space Operations Commanders' Conference at Allied Air Command in Ramstein, Germany, June 4 to 5, 2025.
Japan ispace confirms lunar landing failure after loss of communication People's Daily 06 Jun 2025 -- Tokyo-based space startup ispace has officially confirmed the failure of its lunar landing mission, after losing communication with its lander during descent in the early hours of Friday.
Tianwen-2 probe operating normally in orbit, image of unfolding of circular solar panels released: CNSA Global Times 06 Jun 2025 -- As of Friday morning, the Tianwen-2 probe had been operating normally in orbit for over eight days, reaching a distance of more than 3 million kilometers from Earth, the China National Space Administration (CNSA) announced.
Tianwen-2 probe operating smoothly in orbit: CNSA People's Daily 06 Jun 2025 -- As of Friday morning, the Tianwen-2 probe had been operating smoothly in orbit for over eight days, reaching a distance of more than 3 million kilometers from Earth, according to the China National Space Administration (CNSA) Friday.
China launches internet satellite group Global Times 06 Jun 2025 -- China successfully sent a new group of low Earth orbit satellites from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center in north China's Shanxi Province on Friday.
Russia Plans to Deploy Over 100 Satellites for Drone Control Sputnik 03 Jun 2025 -- Roscosmos has plans to deploy more than 100 satellites to control drones as part of the national space project, agency director general Dmitry Bakanov has announced.
Video address on 70th anniversary of Baikonur Space Centre President of Russia 02 Jun 2025
Trump to announce new nominee to lead NASA, replacing Musk ally People's Daily 02 Jun 2025 -- The White House said on Saturday that U.S. President Donald Trump will soon announce a new nominee for the head of NASA, following his decision to withdraw former candidate Jared Isaacman, a close ally of Elon Musk.
US Space Forces Indo-Pacific commander highlights growing role of space in regional security at Australian Space Summit United States Space Force 02 Jun 2025 -- U.S. Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony Mastalir, USSF Indo-Pacific commander, emphasized the critical role of space capabilities in ensuring stability across the Indo-Pacific region at Australian Space Summit 2025, May 27-28.

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