With Orion still flying, NASA is nearing key decisions about Artemis III (arstechnica.com)

• Assessment of Orion capsule performance during flight operations.
• Integration of Starship HLS as a cornerstone for Artemis III.
• Finalization of crew safety requirements for lunar descent.

"NASA is approaching pivotal decision points for the Artemis III mission, focusing on technical readiness for a crewed lunar landing. Following ongoing testing of the Orion capsule, officials are evaluating the integration and safety performance of SpaceX’s Starship human landing system. These assessments are critical to validating the viability of sustained lunar presence. The agency is expected to finalize mission requirements and timelines in the near term, balancing rigorous safety demands with international space exploration goals."