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A Soyuz capsule has landed in Kazakhstan after a record-breaking stay at the ISS. Two Russian astronauts and a US astronaut return safely to Earth.

A Soyuz capsule carrying two Russian astronauts and one US astronaut has safely landed in Kazakhstan. This landing marks the end of a long journey aboard the International Space Station (ISS). 

The capsule touched down on the Kazakh steppe after a smooth and trouble-free descent.

The astronauts left the ISS about three and a half hours before landing. As the capsule descended, it used a red-and-white parachute to slow down. At about 7.2 meters per second, small rockets fired in the final moments to soften the landing. This careful approach helped ensure a safe return to Earth.

Once the capsule landed, rescue teams quickly got to work. They opened the capsule and helped the astronauts out. The crew was then placed in chairs nearby. This helps them adjust to gravity again after spending so long in space. After a short time, the astronauts underwent medical checks in a nearby tent. This is a standard procedure to ensure their health after returning from space.

The two Russian astronauts, Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, have made history. They spent 374 days aboard the ISS, breaking the record for the longest continuous stay. This impressive achievement showcases their dedication and hard work in space exploration.

Alongside them was US astronaut Tracy Dyson. She spent six months on the ISS and was part of the crew that worked on important research and experiments while in orbit.

Currently, there are eight astronauts still at the ISS. This group includes US astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. They have remained in space longer than expected. They arrived at the station in June as the first crew to fly on Boeing's new Starliner capsule. However, their trip faced challenges, including issues with thrusters and helium leaks. Because of these problems, NASA decided it was too risky for them to return on the Starliner.

Instead, these two astronauts will make their return home with SpaceX next year. This plan will ensure their safety and bring them back to Earth after an extended stay in space.

As NASA continues to plan future missions, they are also preparing for upcoming crew rotations. This includes launching new astronauts to replace those returning. The ISS remains an important platform for international cooperation in science and technology, allowing countries to work together on research that benefits everyone on Earth.


 

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