Roscosmos announced the extension of the cross flights to the ISS until 2030. According to the head of the state corporation, Dmitry Bakanov, the decision was made at the request of the American side. He also said that the capabilities of the Russian orbital station will make it possible to implement various projects with partners, regardless of the policies of unfriendly countries. The head of Roscosmos announced this on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa Forum. According to him, the state corporation sent the South African Republic a proposal for the selection of astronauts. Relevant consultations are planned in the near future.