Iran Successfully Launches Chamran-1 Research Satellite

Iran's Revolutionary Guard has launched the Chamran-1 research satellite into orbit using the Ghaem-100 rocket. This satellite, weighing 60 kilograms, reached a 550-kilometre orbit. Under reformist President Masoud Pezezhkian, this launch marks Iran's continued commitment to its space program following the death of predecessor Ebrahim Raisi.

Iran has successfully sent the Chamran-1 research satellite into orbit with a rocket engineered by the paramilitary Revolutionary Guard, according to a report by the official IRNA agency.

Weighing 60 kilograms, the Chamran-1 satellite attained a 550-kilometre orbit, aiming to test space hardware and software. Land stations have confirmed signal reception from the satellite.

The satellite-carrier rocket, Ghaem-100, employs solid fuel and was crafted by the Guard's aerospace division. This launch marks a significant achievement under reformist President Masoud Pezezhkian's tenure, after the hardline former President Ebrahim Raisi perished in a May helicopter crash.

(With inputs from agencies.)