Japan to launch first-ever mission to get samples from a Martian moon

JAXA is launching the first-ever Mars-bound mission designed to return to Earth. The probe will target the Martian moon Phobos to collect samples, with a planned return in 2031. This five-year mission aims to provide critical clues regarding the formation of Phobos and its smaller sibling Deimos. Scientists expect the gathered data to potentially shed light on the origins of life within the solar system, marking a significant milestone for Japan's space exploration efforts.