Russia's only active launch pad for cosmonauts damaged by Soyuz crew launch to International Space Station
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- The recent launch of two cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut to the International Space Station resulted in damage to Russia's only active launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. This incident raises concerns about the infrastructure supporting space missions, particularly for Russia's space program.
- The damage to the launch pad is significant as it could impact future crewed missions to the International Space Station, which are crucial for maintaining international collaboration in space exploration and research.
- This event highlights ongoing challenges faced by Russia's space program, particularly in the context of reduced astronaut flights and the evolving landscape of international space partnerships, as seen with Boeing's upcoming Starliner missions that will not include NASA astronauts.
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