Simultaneous Signal Reception from Three Iranian Satellites Marks First Successful Step for Zafar 2, Paya, and Kowsar After Launch

Friday, January 02, 2026

SAEDNEWS: Iran’s Ministry of Communications reported the successful simultaneous reception of signals from Zafar 2, Paya, and Kowsar at control centers in Mahedasht, Qeshm, and SAIRAN, marking the start of their technical monitoring and orbital stabilization.

Simultaneous Signal Reception from Three Iranian Satellites Marks First Successful Step for Zafar 2, Paya, and Kowsar After Launch

According to the Technology Service of Saed News, citing the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Seyed Sattar Hashemi highlighted the process of establishing initial communication with the satellites, stating: “Signals from the three satellites—Zafar 2, Paya, and Kosar—were received at the Mahdasht Satellite Control Center, the Qeshm Station, and the SAIRAN Control Center. Simultaneous signal reception from multiple control centers indicates the stability of communication and the proper functioning of the satellites’ telecommunication systems.”

He emphasized that signal reception is the first key step after a satellite launch and added: “Success at this stage provides the necessary foundation for ongoing technical monitoring, orbital stabilization, and the initiation of subsequent planned mission phases.”