Russian-Iranian satellite could harm Israeli, Western interests

Tehran has rejected claims the satellite could be used by Moscow to boost its intelligence capabilities in Ukraine, saying Iran will have full control and operation over it "from day one."

A first military satellite named Noor is launched into orbit by Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps, in Semnan, Iran April 22, 2020.

A first military satellite named Noor is launched into orbit by Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps, in Semnan, Iran April 22, 2020.

(photo credit: WANA/SEPAH NEWS VIA REUTERS)

ByYONAH JEREMY BOB, REUTERS

AUGUST 9, 2022 10:07

Updated: AUGUST 9, 2022 20:46