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Musk's threat to decommission Dragon space capsule would leave NASA dependent on Russia to get to ISS


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Russia's Soyuz capsules are the only other means of getting crews to the space station right now.

Elon Musk has threatened to decommission SpaceX's Dragon space capsule, a move that could leave NASA heavily dependent on Russia for access to the International Space Station (ISS). The Dragon capsule has been crucial for NASA's efforts to reduce reliance on Russian Soyuz spacecraft, but Musk's decision stems from ongoing disputes over funding and contract terms with the space agency. This potential withdrawal comes at a critical time as the U.S. aims to maintain its presence in low Earth orbit and beyond, highlighting the fragile nature of public-private partnerships in space exploration. NASA is now scrambling to find alternative solutions to ensure continued access to the ISS, amidst growing geopolitical tensions with Russia.

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