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NASA reveals ambitious Moon base and nuclear Mars mission under Ignition plan

NASA has revealed an ambitious plan to build a permanent Moon base and launch a nuclear-powered spacecraft to Mars by 2028 under its Ignition initiative. The strategy focuses on creating a sustainable human presence on the Moon through phased development, advanced infrastructure, and nuclear energy for continuous power. At the same time, NASA is advancing nuclear propulsion technology to enable faster and more efficient deep space travel.

26 Mar 2026 12:22 am