In a photo shared by Roscosmos, the Soyuz 2.1a rocket, carrying the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS), successfully launched from the Baikonur launch site in Kazakhstan on Saturday, March 23, 2024. AP Photo


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A Soyuz capsule carrying two Russian astronauts and one American returned safely to Earth on Monday, marking the end of an impressive space mission. The capsule landed in Kazakhstan, about three and a half hours after it undocked from the International Space Station (ISS). This mission was particularly significant for the two Russian astronauts, Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub, as they set a new record for the longest continuous stay in space.
As the capsule descended, it opened its red-and-white parachute and floated down to the ground at a speed of about 7.2 meters per second, which is around 16 miles per hour. To make the landing even smoother, small rockets were fired in the last moments before touchdown. This helped cushion the impact, ensuring a safe return for the astronauts.

Once on the ground, the astronauts were helped out of the capsule and seated in nearby chairs to allow their bodies to readjust to gravity after such a long time in space. They were then given medical check-ups in a tent nearby to ensure their health and well-being.

In a photo shared by Roscosmos, cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko is seen holding a traditional Russian Matryoshka doll that represents him shortly after the Soyuz MS-25 space capsule landed southeast of the Kazakh town of Zhezkazgan. The capsule was carrying NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson and cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub on Monday, September 23, 2024. AP Photo

Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub spent a remarkable 374 days aboard the space station, breaking the previous record for the longest continuous stay. This extended time in space has allowed them to conduct various scientific experiments and contribute to ongoing research that benefits life on Earth. Joining them in the capsule was American astronaut Tracy Dyson, who spent six months on the ISS.

In a video released by Roscosmos, NASA astronaut Nikolai Chub is shown sitting in a chair shortly after the Russian Soyuz MS-25 space capsule landed southeast of the Kazakh town of Zhezkazgan. The capsule was carrying both Tracy Dyson from NASA and fellow Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub on Monday, September 23, 2024. AP Photo

At the time of their return, eight astronauts remained on the space station, including Americans Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams. These astronauts have been in space longer than originally planned, waiting for their own safe return. They arrived in June as part of the first crew of Boeing's new Starliner capsule, but their mission faced unexpected challenges, including problems with thrusters and helium leaks. Because of these issues, NASA determined that it was too risky to bring them back on the Starliner.

In a video released by Roscosmos, NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson is seen talking on a phone shortly after the Russian Soyuz MS-25 space capsule landed southeast of the Kazakh town of Zhezkazgan. The capsule was carrying Tracy Dyson along with Russian cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub on Monday, September 23, 2024. AP Photo

The successful landing of the Soyuz capsule highlights the importance of international cooperation in space exploration. The astronauts’ experiences contribute valuable knowledge to future missions and help pave the way for advancements in technology and research that can benefit everyone back on Earth.

The return of Kononenko, Chub, and Dyson marks a significant moment in human spaceflight history, showcasing not only their individual achievements but also the teamwork and collaboration between different space agencies. This mission serves as a reminder of how far humanity has come in exploring the cosmos and what lies ahead in our journey into space.

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