NASA and Russia Clash Over ISS Leak and Aging Equipment Concerns

NASA and Roscosmos are at odds over the severity and cause of a persistent leak in the Russian PrK module of the International Space Station, which has been ongoing for five years. While Roscosmos downplays the risk of catastrophic failure, NASA considers it a top safety concern. The agencies disagree on the root causes, with NASA suggesting multiple factors like pressure and mechanical stress, while Roscosmos attributes it to micro-vibrations. Both sides are working to find a common understanding, but no timeline for resolution has been provided.