S. Korea set to launch first spy satellite with SpaceX

South Korea readies its inaugural military spy satellite launch via a SpaceX rocket, marking a significant step in its space rivalry with North Korea. Scheduled for liftoff from California, the satellite aims to enhance surveillance over North Korea, with plans for more launches by 2025. Capable of detecting small objects, the satellite boosts South Korea's reconnaissance prowess. This move responds to Pyongyang's recent successful satellite launch, emphasizing Seoul's independent capabilities and countering reliance on US-run satellites.