Space.comLeonard David

Shenzhou-20 lands safely after orbital-debris strike; crew receives state medals

Shenzhou-20's reentry capsule — struck by orbital debris while docked at Tiangong — survived atmospheric descent and returned safely to Earth. The three crew — Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie — were awarded medals: Chen Dong first-class; Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie third-class and named 'Heroic Astronaut'.

2026-01-21T08:22:45.362551-08:00