Russia's Space Program Faces Setbacks After Launch Site Incidents
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Russia's only crewed launch pad at Baikonur Cosmodrome was heavily damaged in a botched Soyuz launch, but the crew safely reached the ISS. NASA acknowledged the incident and is monitoring the situation, which may impact future missions and Russia's plans to support the ISS beyond 2024 amid strained US-Russia relations.
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