Iran announced the successful launch of three satellites into space, utilizing the Simorgh rocket. Despite previous failures, this launch marks a significant achievement for Iran’s space program. The West, particularly the United States, has expressed concerns over Iran’s satellite launches, viewing them as a potential improvement to Tehran’s ballistic missiles. The U.S. has previously urged Iran to refrain from activities related to ballistic missiles capable of delivering nuclear weapons. The recent development comes after U.N. sanctions on Iran’s ballistic missile program expired in October 2023.