Russia Delays Lunar Missions Amid U.S. Moon Flight Milestone
Russia has postponed the launch of three lunar missions, Luna-28, Luna-29, and Luna-30, to the period between 2032 and 2036. This decision comes as the United States celebrates a historic flight around the moon, marking a significant achievement in space exploration. The delay in Russia's lunar program follows previous postponements and the crash of its Luna-25 craft in 2023. The Russian Academy of Sciences Vice President Sergei Chernyshev announced the postponement, highlighting the strategic importance of lunar exploration for Russia. Despite its historical achievements in space, Russia's program has faced challenges, falling behind the U.S. and China.