China's Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission preparations in Jiuquan
epa11297691 A general view during preparations for the Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission, in Jiuquan, Gansu province, China, 24 April 2024. China's Shenzhou-18 manned spaceflight mission with three astronauts is the third manned spaceflight mission of China Space Station's development phase. The mission will last for about six months and the crew will carry out tasks such as installation, commissioning, maintenance, repair, and experiments in space. The mission is scheduled to be launched on 25 April. EPA/WU HAO
