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25 Oct 2024

#foreignaffairs

The Telegraph: Putin asked Musk to switch off internet over Taiwan
Putin asked Musk to switch off internet over Taiwan
Vladimir Putin reportedly requested Elon Musk to refrain from activating Starlink over Taiwan, as a favor to Xi Jinping. This comes amid ongoing communications between Musk and Putin since late 2022, according to unnamed officials.

Starlink has been crucial for Ukraine's military, providing internet connectivity during its conflict with Russia. Musk has not publicly addressed these reports, and neither Starlink nor SpaceX has commented.


Times Of Israel: Iran readying for war with Israel as it braces for response to missile attack — NYT
Iran readying for war with Israel as it braces for response to missile attack — NYT
Iran is preparing for potential conflict with Israel while aiming to avoid escalation. Supreme Leader Khamenei has instructed military planning based on Israel's response to recent missile attacks, with options ranging from limited retaliation to a significant missile barrage.

Iranian officials express a desire to project strength despite setbacks in the region. Meanwhile, Israel has reportedly adjusted its military plans in light of leaked US documents, with preparations for a response in place, pending political direction.


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Forbes: SpaceX’s Crew-8 Returns NASA Astronauts To Earth After 7 Months
SpaceX’s Crew-8 Returns NASA Astronauts To Earth After 7 Months
SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft successfully splashed down off Florida, returning Crew-8 astronauts after a seven-month mission at the International Space Station. Their return was delayed multiple times due to technical issues and Hurricane Milton.

The Crew-8 mission was significant for conducting over 200 scientific experiments. NASA plans future crewed missions with SpaceX, including Crew-10 and Crew-11, scheduled for early and mid-2025.