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Japan’s Kairos Rocket Explodes Moments After Liftoff

The inaugural launch attempt by “Space One,” a Japan-based private space transportation company aiming to deploy a satellite into orbit, ended in failure as their “Kairos” rocket exploded just 5 seconds after takeoff. The incident occurred at 11:01 local time from the launch site in Kushimoto, Wakayama province, with the explosion scattering rocket parts and igniting a small-scale fire. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. A thorough investigation has been initiated to determine the cause of the explosion.

The launch had previously been postponed due to a security concern stemming from a ship’s proximity to the launch site.

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