Iran seeks 3 more Khayyam satellites

Tehran (AFP) Aug 12, 2022

Iran plans to commission three more versions of a satellite launched this week by Russia, Tehran's government spokesman said Friday. The Khayyam blasted into orbit on Tuesday, prompting US accusations that it is intended for spying. Iran dismissed Washington's claim as "childish." "The construction of three other Khayyam satellites with the participation of Iranian scientists is on the g