Uncontrolled Spiral: Russia's Luna-25 Spacecraft Collides Dramatically With Moon's Surface Ending Chandrayaan-3 Competition

Russia's moon mission was expected to make a soft landing on the dark side of the Moon - near the South pole on August 21.

Uncontrolled Spiral: Russia's Luna-25 Spacecraft Collides Dramatically With Moon's Surface Ending Chandrayaan-3 Competition

Russia's lunar mission was anticipated to achieve a gentle touchdown on the far side of the Moon, specifically in close proximity to the South Pole. This significant event was scheduled to take place on August 21. The mission's objective is to mark a successful landing on the unlit hemisphere of the Moon, further advancing humanity's exploration of this celestial body and potentially uncovering new insights into its mysteries.