Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who traveled to the International Space Station (ISS) in June, have remained aboard the ISS due to technical difficulties with their spacecraft. Despite extensive efforts by NASA to bring them back to Earth, these attempts have so far been unsuccessful. Initially, NASA had planned to return the astronauts in February, with arrangements for their return aboard a SpaceX rocket. However, the latest update from NASA indicates that they may return by the end of March or early April of the upcoming year.
To everyone on Earth, Merry Christmas from our @NASA_Astronauts aboard the International @Space_Station. pic.twitter.com/GoOZjXJYLP
— NASA (@NASA) December 23, 2024
Concerns over the astronauts’ health had been raised, with speculation about their survival given the prolonged stay in space. NASA has consistently reassured the public, stating that the astronauts’ health is being closely monitored and managed. The space agency has regularly shared updates, including photographs, to ensure transparency.
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In a recent post on NASA’s platform X, Sunita Williams, along with the other astronauts, was seen celebrating Christmas in space. In the video, Sunita assured that the crew is in good health and enjoying the festive season. She also extended Christmas greetings to everyone on Earth, emphasizing that the astronauts remain in good spirits despite the unusual circumstances.