Iran announced the launch of a remote sensing and imaging satellite into orbit from Russia, according to state media. The launch of "Pars-I" with the Russian Soyuz-2.1b launcher was broadcast live by state television in Iran. The satellite was launched "from Russia's Vostochny launch base", some 8,000 kilometers east of...
Iran condemns Britain for criticism of satellite launch
Last week, the Islamic republic said it had successfully launched the Noor-3 imaging satellite by its three-stage Qassed rocket, in the latest display of its aerospace technology. Western nations have been warning against such activity, saying the same technology can be used for ballistic missiles including ones designed to carry...
Saudi Arabia explores space to secure solar energy
The Kingdom is studying the feasibility of investing in the futuistic UK project, which if materialized may play an important role in combating climate change.
Sharjah astronomy academy receives first signal from CubeSat
Sharjah, UAE - The Sharjah Academy for Astronomy, Space Sciences and Technology (SAASST) of the University of Sharjah (UoS), has received the first communication signal from its first CubeSat, “Sharjah-Sat-1,” on Tuesday, once it reached its orbit around Earth. Sharjah-Sat-1 is the first miniaturized satellite, launched by SAASST on Jan...
Iran launches military satellite into orbit for reconnaissance
Iran announced Tuesday it had successfully placed a military satellite in orbit, as talks on reviving a 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and major powers reach a critical stage. Iran successfully put its first military satellite into orbit in April 2020, drawing a sharp rebuke from Washington.
2021: A year of space tourism, flights on Mars, China’s rise
Beyond the science milestones, billionaires battled to reach the final frontier first, an all-civilian crew went into orbit.
SpaceX sends all-civilian crew into orbit
Unlike previous missions, there will be no experienced or officially trained astronaut onboard. The SpaceX launch is the first of American astronauts from US soil since the space shuttle program ended in 2011.
