In 1985, the U.S. Air Force carried out a historic test, proving that a satellite could be destroyed in orbit by a missile. This marked the first time in history that an orbital target was successfully hit, foreshadowing future advancements in anti-satellite capabilities.

A debris strike on China’s Shenzhou 20 spacecraft has prompted fresh urgency in addressing orbital hazards. Experts say this incident highlights the need for a dedicated space rescue service and an organization to oversee it, emphasizing the hidden dangers still lurking in Earth’s orbit.

A massive piece of space debris weighing over 1,100 pounds startled residents of Mukuku Village in Kenya when it crashed from the sky. Believed to be part of a rocket, the metallic ring has prompted an investigation by the Kenya Space Agency.