Iran Launches Three Remote Sensing Satellites Simultaneously
Tehran, IranTEHRAN: Iran successfully launched three remote sensing satellites—Tolou-3, Zafar-2, and Kosar-1.5—into orbit using a Russian launch pad, marking a significant advancement in the country’s space capabilities.Among the trio, Tolou-3 stands out as Iran’s heaviest and most advanced observation satellite to date, designed to enhance Earth observation and data collection for various civil and scientific…
Tehran, Iran
TEHRAN: Iran successfully launched three remote sensing satellites—Tolou-3, Zafar-2, and Kosar-1.5—into orbit using a Russian launch pad, marking a significant advancement in the country’s space capabilities.
Among the trio, Tolou-3 stands out as Iran’s heaviest and most advanced observation satellite to date, designed to enhance Earth observation and data collection for various civil and scientific applications.
Officials highlighted that the simultaneous deployment of multiple satellites underscores Iran’s growing capabilities in satellite technology and space observation, expanding the nation’s capacity for high-resolution imaging, environmental monitoring, and research purposes.
The launches reflect Iran’s ongoing focus on strengthening its space program, which has drawn both regional and international attention due to its rapid development of advanced satellite systems.
