Soviet-era Spacecraft Plunges to Earth After 53 Years Stuck in Orbit

May 10, 2025

After years of circling the Earth, a Soviet-era spacecraft met its fiery end as it plunged to the planet's surface. The spacecraft, which had been stuck in orbit for 53 years, was initially built to endure the extreme conditions of Venus. However, experts foresaw its eventual descent back to Earth. The spacecraft's controlled reentry marked the conclusion of its long journey in space.

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