Israeli officials ordered an investigation after the crash of a spy satellite intended to increase surveillance over Iran. Also, a Knesset subcommittee dealing with intelligence and security assessments will gather for an urgent meeting to discuss the implications of the failed launch of the Ofek-6 satellite on Israel’s security, Army Radio reported Tuesday.
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