
New Zealand Hub Tracks Iranian and Chinese Satellites in US-Led Network
An Auckland-based hub is actively tracking Iranian and Chinese satellites as part of a broader US-led network, monitoring space activities from various global locations.
25 stories found

An Auckland-based hub is actively tracking Iranian and Chinese satellites as part of a broader US-led network, monitoring space activities from various global locations.

South Korea's space agency has released before-and-after images captured by its lunar orbiter, showing the new crater created by the uncontrolled crash of a SpaceX rocket stage on the Moon. The impact provides scientists with a unique opportunity to study the lunar surface.

A Chinese satellite company, recently sanctioned by the US government for allegedly aiding Iran, has released high-definition images of the Nvidia and Apple headquarters in California’s Silicon Valley.
A report claims Iran secretly acquired Chinese satellite technology via the UAE before subsequently launching an attack on Abu Dhabi.
Chinese satellite company MizarVision, sanctioned by the US for allegedly providing imagery of American military activity, has ingeniously leveraged its blacklist status into a unique recruitment drive.
The presence of Chinese satellites observing the Middle East battlefield has reportedly caused unease and concern among U.S. officials.
The Chinese Embassy in the UK has dismissed a Financial Times report alleging that Iran utilized a Chinese satellite to monitor US military bases located in the Middle East.
Chinese satellite startup GalaxySpace has initiated its Initial Public Offering (IPO) process, marking a significant step for the company in the global space industry.
Security experts suggest the United States may have underestimated Iran's offensive and defensive capabilities, noting Iran's significant improvement in targeting, possibly due to Chinese satellite technology.
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has issued a warning about a potential monopoly by Elon Musk's Starlink in the in-flight Wi-Fi market, suggesting that Chinese satellite network providers might also enter the industry.

Chinese scientists have used detailed satellite imagery to analyze damage to US military bases in the Middle East, revealing discrepancies in both Washington and Tehran's accounts of the conflict's scale.
European influencers were present in Hainan to witness a Chinese satellite launch as part of their tour.

The British Ministry of Defence has released images of a classified Chinese satellite, captured by the UK's military telescope in Cyprus, with Western officials suspecting it could be used for space-based intelligence collection, prompting London to issue a 'warning' to Beijing.

Tensions between the US and Iran have escalated, marked by military clashes in the Gulf, US attacks, and Iranian reprisals. The US has also imposed new sanctions on entities linked to Iran, while diplomatic efforts for a truce remain stalled.

The Dutch Military Intelligence and Security Service (MIVD) stated in its annual report that Chinese companies are selling satellites and satellite imagery to Russia.
Iran has reportedly used a Chinese satellite to target U.S. bases, raising concerns about potential collaboration between China, Russia, and Iran in military intelligence.
A Chinese satellite has conducted a landmark refuelling test in low Earth orbit, demonstrating a significant advancement in space technology and mission longevity.

A Chinese space vehicle carrying a telecommunications satellite reportedly experienced an 'anomaly' after its launch, with some media outlets reporting an in-flight explosion.
Reports of a potential Russo-Chinese plan to disable satellites are highlighting how financial markets are currently overlooking significant geopolitical threats to the booming technology sector.
Leaked records indicate that Iran's Revolutionary Guards secretly obtained advanced Chinese satellite communication equipment through a UAE-based procurement network, which is crucial for Tehran's drone and missile programs.

Norwegian intelligence discovered a 'Made in China' satellite receiver in a container bound for a sensitive area, coinciding with the arrest of two suspected Chinese spies and heightened espionage concerns in Norway.
Reports indicate growing concern regarding Chinese satellites and their potential role in facilitating intelligence sharing with Iran.

Chinese satellites have reportedly boosted Iran’s war efforts by providing crucial imagery, filling a void after American images became unavailable.
Multiple reports indicate that Iran utilized a Chinese-built satellite to track and gather intelligence on US military bases and ships in the Middle East, with some suggesting it aided in precision attacks. China has dismissed claims of providing such satellite intelligence to Iran.

Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar confirmed that US-Iran 'indirect talks' are taking place through messages relayed by Pakistan, with Pakistan successfully intervening to prevent Israel from targeting senior Iranian officials Abbas Aragchi and Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.