China's Tianwen-2 probe captures selfie with Earth

This image released by the China National Space Administration (CNSA) on Oct. 1, 2025 shows a view of the Tianwen-2 probe alongside Earth, captured by the probe during its deep-space journey. - CNSA/Handout via Xinhua

BEIJING: The China National Space Administration (CNSA) on Wednesday (Oct 1) unveiled a remarkable image of the Tianwen-2 probe alongside Earth, captured during its deep-space journey, Xinhua reported.

The newly released image, acquired by a monitoring camera mounted on the probe's robotic arm, showcases China's five-starred red flag and the white return capsule against the backdrop of a distant, blue Earth.