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Iran Advances Satellite Program with New Launches

September 3, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Iran develops Nahid-3 and Nahid-2.5 communications satellites.
Raz national remote-sensing hub becomes operational.
Several satellites are scheduled for launch this year.
Iran's space program expands beyond remote-sensing satellites.

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Strategic Implications

Iran's advancements in satellite technology may indicate a shift towards expanding its space capabilities, which could enhance its communications and data-driven services. The development of new satellites and orbital transfer vehicles suggests a focus on improving its technological standards and preparing for launch and operational deployment, which may have implications for regional space competition.

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What Happened

Tehran Expands Space Capabilities with Communications Satellites

Iran has announced progress on several major national space projects, including the development of the Nahid-3 and Nahid-2.5 communications satellites and the launch of the first phase of the Raz national remote-sensing hub. The Iranian Space Research Center is working on the construction of the second model of the Saman orbital transfer vehicle and the development of new transfer modules. According to Hossein Salariyeh, head of the Iranian Space Agency, several satellites are being prepared for launch this year, including Pars-2 and Pars-3. This development was reported by WANA News Agency.

Source | Originally Published: September 2, 2023

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