Iran’s IRGC Reportedly Launches Its First Military Satellite Into Orbit

22 April, 2020 11:29

Iran has successfully placed into orbit its first military satellite, the country’s Tasnim news agency reported on Wednesday.

The satellite called Noor (Light) was placed into an orbit located 425 kilometers (624 miles) above the Earth’s surface by a two-stage carrier Qassed (Envoy).

The launch, which was conducted by the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC).

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