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Iran's Sorayya Satellite Successfully Launched into 750-km Orbit

Western countries express concerns over potential dual-use technology, as Iran denies ambitions to develop nuclear weapons.

Overview

  • Iran successfully launched its Sorayya satellite into a 750-km orbit, marking a new milestone for its space program.
  • The satellite was launched by the Qaem 100, a three-stage solid-fuel rocket built by Iran's elite military Revolutionary Guards.
  • The United States and other Western countries have expressed concerns that the technology used for satellite launches could also be used for long-range weapons, including nuclear warheads.
  • Iran denies these claims, stating that its space program is for purely civilian purposes and that it has no ambition to develop nuclear weapons.
  • The successful launch has heightened tensions in the Middle East and has led to calls for transparency and adherence to international regulations.