Sophie Adenot's Historic Launch to ISS Marks a New Chapter in French Space Exploration
Sophie Adenot becomes the first French astronaut in 25 years to travel to the ISS amid plans for the station's deorbit and future lunar initiatives.
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Sophie Adenot Launches on Historic 2026 Mission to the ISS
French astronaut Sophie Adenot launched to the ISS on February 13, marking the first French woman in space in 25 years on a nine-month mission aboard the Crew Dragon spacecraft.
Ariane-6 Successfully Launches Two Galileo Satellites, Boosting European Space Autonomy
Ariane-6's December 17 launch of two Galileo satellites reinforces Europe's independent space navigation system and boosts future European access to space.
France Bolsters Scientific Sovereignty and Polar Strategy Amid Arctic Geopolitical Shifts
France advances scientific sovereignty through €300 million research investments and updates its polar strategy to confront Arctic geopolitical challenges.