In a significant leadership change, President Vladimir Putin has removed the head of Russia's space agency, Roskosmos. According to an official decree, Yuri Borisov, who has been in the position since July 2022, is being succeeded by Dmitry Bakanov, the current Deputy Minister of Transport. While the agency has not specified the reasons for this change, reports from the news portal RBK suggest that ongoing issues related to the construction of a new space center near Moscow may have influenced the decision. The project has reportedly faced challenges, including escalating costs and uncertainties regarding its implementation. Borisov's tenure began shortly after the onset of the Ukraine conflict, and before leading Roskosmos, he served as Deputy Prime Minister, overseeing the defense industry. His predecessor, Dmitry Rogozin, was known for his strong nationalist views and vocal support for military actions. Currently, Rogozin represents the annexed region of Zaporizhzhia in the Federation Council, which is the upper chamber of Russia's parliament. Roskosmos plays a crucial role in operating Russia's reconnaissance satellites, which are actively utilized in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Historically, space exploration has been one of the few areas where cooperation between Russia and the United States continued despite geopolitical tensions. However, following the escalation of the Ukraine war, Russia announced plans to withdraw from the International Space Station (ISS) by 2024, later extending this timeline to 2028--just three years prior to the anticipated conclusion of the ISS program. In lieu of participation in the ISS, Russia is working on developing its own space station, with plans to launch the first module by 2027. This leadership shift at Roskosmos reflects broader uncertainties within the Russian space program, as the country navigates its ambitions in space exploration amidst significant political and economic pressures. As the new head, Bakanov will face immediate challenges in stabilizing the agency and ensuring the successful execution of critical projects, including the proposed space center and the development of a new national space program. The future of Russia's space endeavors remains closely tied to its political landscape, and the effectiveness of the new leadership will be closely monitored as the country seeks to maintain its historical prominence in space exploration. The changes at Roskosmos may also signal a broader shift in Russia's approach to its space initiatives in a rapidly changing global environment.