If you rely on satellite services for GPS or communication, you might be surprised to learn how crowded and potentially dangerous Earth's orbit has become. Recently, two Russian satellites had a near-miss, highlighting the growing risks of space debris and military activities in space.
Two Russian satellites recently had a dangerously close encounter in orbit, sparking global concern.
On February 23, 2024, Russia's Cosmos 2221 (a defunct military satellite) and Cosmos 2367 (a still-active military satellite) passed within just 5-20 meters of each other.