Turkmenistan-born Oleg Kononenko has assumed command of the International Space Station from Danish astronaut Andreas Mogensen. Kononenko will lead the ISS until the end of September 2024, becoming the world record holder for total time spent in space at 1110 days by the end of his mission.
Turkmenistan's National Leader, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, congratulated Oleg Kononenko on his record achievement, praising his determination and strong will. Berdimuhamedov, Chairman of the People's Council, wished Kononenko continued success in his career as an outstanding cosmonaut.
