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Further intrigue emerged during the countdown itself. During this critical period, Korolev announced that a hatch hadn't been closed properly, revealing a lack of communication among the crew. This unexpected delay lasted an extra 30 to 40 minutes, during which Korolev curiously isolated Gagarin from any communication regarding the unfolding issue. Such actions raise doubts about the authenticity of the mission if Korolev gave himself the opportunity to orchestrate changes.