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Answer · 1979 Vela incident

Another state, such as a covert Soviet test.

Another state, such as a covert Soviet test.

Still possibleAnswers 1 questionPublished0

Where it stands

Still possibleIts tests haven't settled it: one piece of evidence for, none against. It needs two reviews to be accepted.

What it predicts

  • Evidence of that state's naval presence in the area.

What would rule it out

  • Documentary attribution to Israel or South Africa.

Evidence 1 for · none against

The questions it answers

Most likelyIsrael, possibly with South African help or territory

Cite it

Mysteries Department. (2026). Another state, such as a covert Soviet test. [Answer ANS0CW4X8FJ2T8D]. https://mysteriesdept.com/r/ANS0CW4X8FJ2T8D
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