Why Does Israel Launch Its Satellites Against Earth's Rotation?
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Israel launches satellites westward against Earth's rotation due to geographical and security reasons, showcasing engineering ingenuity.
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> Despite higher fuel costs, retrograde orbits offer strategic benefits. Israel’s satellites pass over the Middle East more frequently and at varying angles than standard eastward satellites, giving unique surveillance capabilities that sometimes outweigh energy savings.