View in full size / This image of the International Space Station was taken by a crew member on a Soyuz vehicle. (credit: NASA/Roscosmos)
Redefining Cooperation in Space Exploration
Over two years ago, Dmitry Rogozin, the outspoken former leader of Russia’s space agency Roscosmos, almost jeopardized international collaboration on the International Space Station (ISS).
A Shift in Leadership Amidst Tensions
Known for his bombastic social media remarks and veiled threats to pull out of ISS operations following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Rogozin’s tenure was marked by controversy. In July 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin made an unexpected decision to replace him with Yuri Borisov, who previously served as deputy prime minister.
The Resilience of Global Partnerships
Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions linked to the conflict in Ukraine, threats toward the ISS have ceased. This ongoing project stands as one of the rare instances of U.S.-Russia cooperation amidst stark political divides. Recently, Russia has officially extended its commitment to collaborating on ISS until at least 2028. Meanwhile, NASA has joined forces with European and Asian space agencies—including those from Japan and Canada—to ensure continued operation through at least 2030.
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