It was a mission to elevate Russia’s standing both at home and in space.
But the Luna-25 spacecraft failed to stick its landing.
The crash is raising questions about Moscow’s space programme, particularly as Russia becomes more isolated from the west.
Competition is relentless.
Along with Russia – China, India and the United States are all looking to explore whether there is ice – and other resources – on the south pole of the moon.
So, how big a set-back has the Kremlin suffered?
And what does it mean for rival programmes and business ventures out of this world?

Presenter: Laura Kyle

Guests:

Steve Maran – a retired astronomer at NASA and astrophysicist at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center. Steve is also author of the guidebook ‘Astronomy for Dummies’.
Anil Kumar Bhatt – retired Lieutenant General in the Indian army and Director General, Indian Space Association.
Derrick Pitts – Chief Astronomer & Planetarium Programs Director at the Franklin Institute.

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