Roscosmos and NASA Extend ISS Cross-Flight Agreement Again

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•The extension of the cross-flight agreement was confirmed on April 9, 2026.
•The ISS's oldest module will remain operational until 2032 as part of the extension.
•Roscosmos announced plans to possibly extend ISS operations beyond 2030.
•Discussions are underway to increase the duration of ISS expeditions to one year.
•Russia and China are planning joint experiments on manned space stations.

What Could Happen If...

▸If Roscosmos and NASA continue to extend the cross-flight agreement beyond 2032 the ISS could remain operational with international crew rotations, benefiting global space research and cooperation.

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🌍People's Republic of China 🌍Russian Federation 🌍United States of America

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🏛International Space Station 🏛National Aeronautics and Space Administration 🏛Roscosmos

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RURBC (RU)Россия и США продлят эксплуатацию старейшего модуля МКС до 2032 года RUKommersant (RU)В «Роскосмосе» сообщили о возможном полете россиян на Марс в течение 50 лет RUInterfax (RU)Глава "Роскосмоса" сообщил, что работа МКС может быть продлена до 2030 года RUKommersant (RU)«Роскосмос» и NASA в четвертый раз продлят перекрестные полеты на МКС

Roscosmos and NASA have agreed to extend their cross-flight arrangement for the International Space Station until at least 2032. This extension ensures continued crew rotation and operational flexibility on the ISS, supporting its prolonged use. Russia is also exploring longer ISS expeditions and cooperation with China on manned space experiments.