Iran deploys Chamran-1 satellite, prompting Western worries about ballistic missile tech progress

Iran successfully launched its Chamran-1 research satellite into orbit using the Qaem-100 rocket, developed by the Revolutionary Guard. The satellite aims to test orbital maneuver technology. This launch comes amid heightened Middle East tensions and follows recent military actions by Iran. Western nations, particularly the US, express concerns over potential ballistic missile development disguised as space activities. Iran maintains that its space program is purely civilian and defensive.