Chinese astronauts return to earth after spacecraft damaged

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• Chinese astronauts safely landed in the Gobi Desert after returning aboard Shenzhou 21.
• Their return was delayed by nine days due to space debris striking the spacecraft and causing cracks in a viewport window. 39s
• Millions of pieces of debris orbit Earth at high speeds, posing significant risks to spacecraft. 55s
• The delay recalls a previous incident where NASA astronauts were stranded due to spacecraft issues, highlighting the risks of space travel. 1m 17s
• The incident has led to increased calls for international cooperation to address the growing threat of space debris. 1m 47s