Roscosmos
Roscosmos is the governmental body responsible for the space science programme of the Russian Federation. It oversees space exploration, satellite launches, and international collaborations. Roscosmos also focuses on developing technology for space missions. The agency plays a significant role in advancing Russia’s capabilities in space. Its achievements include launching crewed missions and contributing to the International Space Station.
Russia conducted the first test launch of the Soyuz-5 medium-lift rocket from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan on 30 April 2026. This two-stage vehicle completed a brief suborbital...
May 2, 2026
