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China's Chang'e-6 Probe Returns with First-Ever Samples from Moon's Far Side, Lands in Inner Mongolia

Jun 25, 2024, 06:11 AM

China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has successfully returned to Earth, bringing back the first-ever samples collected from the moon's far side. The return capsule landed in the designated area of Siziwang Banner, Inner Mongolia, at 06:07 UTC on June 25, 2024. This mission marks a significant milestone in lunar exploration, providing valuable materials that may offer insights into the origins of the moon and Earth. Chinese President Xi Jinping has extended his congratulations on the mission's success.