The three-member Shenzhou-18 crew arrived in Beijing by plane early on Monday after completing a six-month space station mission.
On Monday, Shenzhou-18's return capsule, carrying astronauts Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu, touched down at the Dongfeng landing site in north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region at 01:24 (Beijing Time), according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA).
The three astronauts are all in good physical condition, the CMSA said.
The crew will enter a period of medical quarantine and undergo comprehensive medical examinations and health evaluations, it said.
Afterward, they will meet with the press in Beijing.
The Shenzhou-18 crew was sent into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 25. Prior to their return, the crew handed over the space station to the Shenzhou-19 astronauts who got on board on Oct 30.
Shenzhou-18 astronauts arrive in Beijing
Shenzhou-18 astronauts arrive in Beijing
Shenzhou-18 astronauts arrive in Beijing
Shenzhou-18 astronauts arrive in Beijing
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, said on Monday that Tehran will use all available means and resources to respond to Israeli attacks on military targets in Iran.
Speaking at a press conference in Tehran, the Iranian capital, Baghaei stated that Iran's response would be "clear and decisive."
"Iran's response to any aggression is clear and decisive. Over the past year, we have repeatedly emphasized that the (Middle East) region is facing issues, such as Israel's acts of genocide in Gaza and its ongoing aggression against Lebanon. As long as this situation persists, there is a risk of escalation and expansion of conflict in the region," he explained.
Iran also condemned the U.S. military presence in the Middle East, describing it as a threat to regional stability amid rising tensions.
The U.S. Central Command confirmed on Saturday that B-52 bombers had arrived in the Middle East. It is the first time that B-52s have deployed to a base in the region since 2019 and widely seen as deterrence against potential Iranian retaliation for Israeli airstrikes on its territory last month.
"As long as the region faces the presence of foreign troops, especially those of the United States, it will continue to suffer from problems and tension. However, this will not affect Iran's resolve and determination to defend itself. Furthermore, it should now be clearer than ever to countries in the region that they need to support each other to promote the resolution of regional issues and safeguard security and stability in the region," he said.
Baghaei also emphasized that Iran will continue to firmly support the Palestinian people and appreciates any efforts by the international community to end Israel's criminal actions.
Iran vows 'clear and decisive' response to Israel’s attacks
