https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/all-16-of-russia-s-latest-satellites-for-its-starlink-rival-failed-to-reach-their-intended-orbitContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/all-16-of-russia-s-latest-satellites-for-its-starlink-rival-failed-to-reach-their-intended-orbithttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/all-16-of-russia-s-latest-satellites-for-its-starlink-rival-failed-to-reach-their-intended-orbit#u56103Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:01:36 +0000Russia's Rossvest satellite network has suffered a total failure of its latest launch, with none of the 16 satellites reaching their intended operational altitude. While the satellites were designed to operate at 870 kilometers, many are currently orbiting between 300 and 400 kilometers. This failure has led to accidental reentry as satellites fall back toward Earth. The project was intended to create a domestic alternative to the Starlink network to reduce reliance on foreign technology and support military operations.Why it mattersRussia is attempting to build a satellite constellation