United States: SpaceX launches Starship's 12th flight test in Texas.

Washington, United States - May 23, 2026 SpaceX's giant Starship rocket lifts off from the company's Starbase facility in Texas on May 23, 2026, for its 12th flight test. The mission marked the debut of a significantly redesigned next-generation spacecraft and Super Heavy booster, with the upper stage successfully deploying modified Starlink satellites after separation. (Video by Hu Yousong/Xinhua/Sipa USA) *** World Rights Except China *** CHINA OUT ***