It was launched today space The European Space Agency (ESA) JUICE mission to Jupiter and its moons.

The launch took place at 15:15. Greek time with the Ariane 5 spacecraft, and 28 minutes later JUICE separated from the spacecraft to continue its journey.

Another look at @ariane5 #BA260 takeoff and rise. To receive real-time mission updates, follow @Arianespace And @ESA_JUICE 👍 pic.twitter.com/1YCuYhPr2h

— ESA (@esa) April 14, 2023

The purpose of the mission is to make detailed observations of the gas giant Jupiter, which it should reach in eight years, and its three icy moons (Ganymede, Callisto and Europa). around which he will make 35 passes.

The launch was originally scheduled for yesterday, but weather conditions at the spaceport in French Guiana, South America, required a one-day delay.

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