Russia to stop its space shuttle in orbit , deputy prime minister says . U.S. depends on Russian space to get to the station with end of shuttle program . Russia said it does not plan to use the International Space Station beyond 2020 , casting a shadow on U.S. plans to continue cooperation with the country and extend the life of the orbiting laboratory until at least 2024 . Russia says it has not received notification , notes longstanding cooperation .
Russia to stop its space shuttle in orbit , deputy prime minister says . U.S. depends on Russian space to get to the station with end of shuttle program . Russia says it has not received notification , notes longstanding cooperation .