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Europe's Vega C rocket successfully launched on December 5 from French Guiana, placing the Sentinel 1C satellite into orbit. This marks the rocket's first flight since a failed attempt in December 2022, which resulted in the loss of two satellites.

The launch, crucial for Europe's autonomous access to space, faced multiple delays before proceeding. The Sentinel 1C will aid in monitoring climate change impacts and maritime traffic as part of the EU's Copernicus Earth observation program.