NASA and Russia Clash Over ISS Leak Threat

NASA and Roscosmos officials are in disagreement over the severity of an air leak in a Russian-controlled section of the International Space Station, which has been known since 2019. NASA considers the leak a significant safety risk, fearing a potential catastrophic failure, while Roscosmos believes continued operations are safe. The issue has become more public following a NASA Advisory Committee meeting, with both sides lacking a common understanding of the root cause and severity of the leaks. American officials are advocating for an independent assessment to resolve the disagreement.