In the aftermath of the Cold War, the US and Russia have collaborated in space exploration and research. But then Russia invaded Ukraine. How does this impact Russia’s involvement in space, and will they really let the International Space Station crash into Earth as retribution for sanctions? Recode’s Rebecca Heilweil (@rebheilweil) is here to explain. 

Read Rebecca’s story: https://www.vox.com/recode/22960170/iss-international-space-station-politics-russia-ukraine-war 

Today’s episode was produced by and engineered by Jon Ehrens. and hosted by Rani Molla.

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