In a significant space milestone, a Soyuz spacecraft, marking the 80th anniversary of World War II’s end, successfully blasted off from Baikonur Cosmodrome. The spacecraft is en route to the International Space Station (ISS) with a NASA astronaut and two Russian cosmonauts onboard. This launch comes at a time of strained US-Russia relations, underscoring the enduring collaboration in space exploration. The Soyuz spacecraft continues to serve as a crucial lifeline for transporting astronauts to the ISS. During their mission, the crew members are set to carry out 50 scientific studies before their scheduled return in December. This mission highlights the ongoing cooperation between nations in advancing scientific research and space exploration endeavors.