The Russian Federal Space Agency, also known as Roscosmos, is the governmental body responsible for the space science program of the Russian Federation. It oversees various aspects of space exploration, including satellite launches, crewed missions, and international collaborations in space research. Established in 1992, Roscosmos has played a crucial role in advancing space technology and exploration. It continues to operate the Soyuz program, which has been instrumental in transporting astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) and conducting scientific research in low Earth orbit.