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flag Europe must speed up reusable rocket development to match SpaceX, with five firms shortlisted and urgent funding needed amid U.S. budget threats.

flag Europe must accelerate development of reusable rockets to catch up with SpaceX, ESA Director Josef Aschbacher said, citing ongoing reliance on non-reusable Ariane 6 and Vega C launchers despite their successful 2024 debut. flag The ESA has shortlisted five European firms to build a reusable launch system, with a final decision pending. flag Aschbacher stressed the need for urgent financial support from member states amid declining investment and warned that proposed U.S. budget cuts could threaten joint missions like Mars Sample Return and Artemis. flag Europe is also advancing its IRIS2 satellite network for secure communications by 2030, distinct from Starlink.

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