A report by the Financial Times says that Iran may have secretly acquired a Chinese-built satellite called TEE-01B in late 2024.
This satellite is believed to have improved Iran’s ability to observe and track United States military bases in the Middle East. It is also reported to have increased Iran’s surveillance strength over several important locations in the region.
According to the report, the satellite is operated by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Aerospace Force.
It was used to monitor key military sites before and after missile and drone attacks. The system is said to have helped Iran gather information about movements and activities at these locations.
The satellite reportedly provided coverage of military bases in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq.
This wide coverage allowed Iran to keep a closer watch on important regional military infrastructure. The information collected through the satellite may have supported planning and assessment during ongoing conflicts in the area.
The report also claims that the satellite system was supported by a network of ground stations located in different parts of the world.
These stations helped improve communication and data collection, making the system more effective. With this support, Iran’s intelligence capabilities are believed to have become stronger and more advanced.
