Thursday, June 16, 2011

Iran Launches Second Homemade Satellite into Earth Orbit, Will Develop High Resolution Maps

Iran launched a satellite into earth orbit Wednesday, Iran’s state TV reported, in a feat that is likely to raise concerns among those who fear Iran’s intentions and nuclear development program.

The report said the locally produced satellite, called Rasad, or observation, was launched successfully by a Safir missile on Wednesday. There was no independent confirmation of the launch or of the satellite achieving orbit.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/world/middle-east/iran-launches-second-homemade-satellite-into-earth-orbit-will-develop-high-resolution-maps/2011/06/15/AGB1EGWH_story.html