
Iran to Launch Zafar and Paya Earth-Observation Satellites on Soyuz Rocket in Fall 2025
Iran’s Space Agency confirmed that Zafar and Paya satellites will be launched on Russia’s Soyuz rocket in fall 2025, while also preparing the Chabahar Space Center for domestic launches. Alongside, Iran is advancing its Nahid-2 program, reflecting both Russo-Iranian space cooperation and growing domestic capabilities.