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• Leonard David
Shenzhou-20 returns after unplanned 270-day mission following suspected orbital-debris strike
An uncrewed Shenzhou-20 return capsule parachuted into China's Dongfeng landing site on Jan. 19, concluding an unplanned 270‑day mission after a suspected orbital‑debris strike left its crew's return vehicle unfit to fly. State media reported the three taikonauts were later awarded aerospace medals.
