On January 13th, 2025, SpaceX successfully launched another group of Starlink satellites using the Falcon 9 launch vehicle from the Cape Canaveral Space Center in Florida. The launch occurred at 11:47 Eastern Time (19:47 Moscow Time), and 21 satellites were successfully placed into orbit. Of these, 13 were equipped with a direct communication system for mobile devices.

Previously, on January 3rd, SpaceX had also launched a Falcon 9 rocket, which carried the Thuraya 4-NGS satellite, designed to provide mobile communication services in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.

Mesmerizing footage of the Starlink satellites floating through the night sky was shared online. The satellites, launched by Elon Musk's SpaceX, were visible in many regions around the world, including the skies of post-Soviet countries. The chain of luminous objects could be seen every 94 minutes, creating a stunning spectacle for viewers.