In a monumental achievement for space exploration, China's Shenzhou-18 astronauts – Ye Guangfu, Li Cong, and Li Guangsu – have safely returned to Earth, concluding their impressive 192-day mission aboard the China Space Station.
The return capsule touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 1:24 a.m., with all three crew members exiting the capsule by 2:15 a.m. Reports confirm that the astronauts are in good health, marking the mission as a complete success.
The China Manned Space Agency lauded the Shenzhou-18 mission for its flawless execution, highlighting its significance in advancing China's presence in space. This successful return not only underscores China's growing capabilities in manned spaceflight but also paves the way for future missions that aim to deepen our understanding of space and foster international collaboration.
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China's Shenzhou-18 crew returns to Earth after 192-day space journey
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