Ukraine says Russia may have launched mass production of small satellites for its Rassvet communications network, using electronic components manufactured in China. The assessment is based on intelligence data collected by the Ukrainian military.
According to the source, the production is believed to be taking place on a large scale, with the small satellites playing a key role in Russia's Rassvet communications network. The use of Chinese-origin electronic components is seen as a notable factor given sanctions and restrictions on Russia's access to technology.
There has been no official response so far from Russia or China regarding the information. The parties involved have not published details on the scale, progress or specific composition of the satellites in the Rassvet network.
