Aleksandr Samokutyaev, a notable cosmonaut, has passed away at the age of 56. He held a significant record as the first long-term resident of the International Space Station. During his time in space, Samokutyaev spent a total of 322 days in orbit.

His space career included participation in two expeditions and two spacewalks. The cause of his death is currently unknown, and further information can be found in the original report from El Mundo.