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News Topical, Digital Desk : Three Iranian satellites were launched into space on Sunday aboard a Russian Soyuz rocket, further strengthening space cooperation between the two countries, which are sanctioned by the US. These satellites are Paya, Zafar 2, and Qawsar. In recent years, Iran has increasingly relied on Russia to put satellites into orbit. The latest three satellites are intended to help monitor agriculture, natural resources and the environment.

Iran's ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, said the satellites were designed and built by Iranian scientists despite sanctions and threats. He also cited Western measures against Tehran's nuclear program. "We are working together (with Russia) in various areas. Some areas are clear and some we don't want to clarify," 


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