SpaceX, NASA Cancel Crew-10 Rescue Launch Over Last-Minute Hydraulics Issue

SpaceX and NASA have postponed the launch of the Crew-10 mission, which was set to replace two US astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who have been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) for nine months due to issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule. The launch, originally scheduled for Wednesday evening, was scrapped shortly before liftoff due to a hydraulic issue related to the launchpad's support structure. This delay adds to the astronauts' extended stay, which was expected to last only eight days. Both agencies are assessing the situation, with the next possible launch window being available on Thursday or Friday. Wilmore and Williams continue to perform research on the ISS while awaiting their return home. NASA and SpaceX officials expressed confidence in the safety and readiness to proceed when the technical issues are resolved.