Maiden launch of Russia's new Soyuz-5 LV due in 2026 - Progress Rocket and Space Center

SAMARA. Oct 2 (Interfax) - The maiden launch of Russia's new Soyuz-5 launch vehicle has been moved from 2025 to 2026, Progress Rocket and Space Center First Deputy General Director, General Designer Ravil Akhmetov said.

"Soyuz-5 is at a stage of development. Its maiden launch is due in 2026," Akhmetov said.