Its interesting to note that launching the satellite and
having its communication and Earth Observation capabilities
be available seems to have taken a higher priority over
demonstrating native launch capability. Which leaves the
other parts of the puzzle - how far along are they and
how did the Bam earth quake affect it are in shadows. But
maybe this is less of a priority for Iran now with the
creation of APSCO and ever-increasing ties with Ukraine,
India and China?

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Sander

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