Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:39am on 31 Mar 2026,Tuesday International
US President Donald Trump is looking to use the upcoming Artemis II mission as a key moment for national unity and global competition. The mission will send four astronauts towards the Moon, marking the first deep space crewed flight since 1972. Officials say it is a step towards a permanent lunar base and future Mars missions. Trump has linked the effort to US strength and leadership. NASA chief Jared Isaacman said the goal is not just to visit but to stay. The mission also comes amid rising rivalry with China over space resources and influence. (PC: BBC)
