A mysterious object spotted in the night sky above Beijing has sparked widespread speculation online, with some observers suggesting it could be linked to SpaceX.

Videos shared on Chinese social media show a bright, glowing object leaving a long spiral trail across the sky over Beijing. Witnesses described the phenomenon as a “strange spinning light,” leading many to speculate that it might be a UFO.

However, experts say such sightings are often connected to rocket launches, particularly from SpaceX. When a rocket releases excess fuel at high altitude, the exhaust can freeze and reflect sunlight, creating a dramatic spiral or glowing cloud effect visible from hundreds of kilometers away.

While the true cause of the sighting has not been officially confirmed, astronomers note that