What is the International Space Station (ISS)?

The ISS is a habitable artificial satellite in low Earth orbit, serving as an international laboratory and a base for long-duration human space missions and scientific experiments conducted by multiple nations.

Which countries are actively involved in human spaceflight?

Primarily the United States (NASA), Russia (Roscosmos), and China (CNSA). Other countries, including those in the European Space Agency (ESA) and Japan (JAXA), also contribute significantly to international missions.

What are the future goals of human spaceflight?

Key goals include returning humans to the Moon (e.g., Artemis program), establishing permanent lunar bases, and ultimately sending crewed missions to Mars, alongside expanding space tourism and commercial space endeavors.