What Happened
Iran Accelerates Space Program Amid Sanctions
The Iranian Space Agency is preparing to launch the indigenous Pars 2 satellite and the first units of the Martyr Soleimani satellite constellation, marking a significant acceleration in the country’s orbital and telecommunication capabilities. The agency’s chief, Hassan Salariyeh, confirmed that multiple satellites are currently in the launch queue, with the Martyr Soleimani constellation designed to provide narrowband communication services across the country. This development was reported by Press TV.