Russian Space Chief: Sanctions Could Imperil Space Station

Due to economic sanctions against Moscow, Russia plans to suspend its partnership with NASA, the European, and Canadian space agencies. The Russian space chief stated that a partnership is only possible if sanctions are unconditionally lifted.

What is the primary reason for the impact on the International Space Station?

• Natural disasters

• Lack of funding

• Economic sanctions against Moscow

• Technical malfunctions

Which space agencies are affected by Russia's decision to suspend partnerships?

• NASA, Indian, and Japanese space agencies

• NASA, European, and Canadian space agencies

• European, Canadian, and Chinese space agencies

• NASA, Chinese, and Indian space agencies

Who announced the suspension of partnerships with NASA and other agencies?

• The Canadian space chief

• The head of NASA

• The Russian space chief

• The European space chief

What condition did the Russian space chief mention for continuing partnerships?

• Political negotiations

• Technical support

• Unconditional lifting of sanctions

• Increased funding

What is the potential outcome if sanctions are not lifted according to the Russian space chief?

• Launch of new missions

• Expansion of the ISS

• Continued suspension of partnerships

• Increased collaboration