Iran successfully launched its heaviest payload into space, raising tensions with the West about possible missile technology developments amid ongoing disputes concerning its nuclear ambitions.
The payload of about 300 kilograms included a telecommunications satellite and a space tug, and it was placed in a specified elliptical orbit.
Despite previous failed launches, Iran utilized its domestically developed Simorgh rocket, showcasing recent advancements in its aerospace capabilities amid international scrutiny.
Western nations, particularly the US and Israel, express concerns that Iran's space technology could be repurposed for developing ballistic missile systems, contradicting Tehran's stated civilian intentions.
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