Answer: Iran
Notes: Iran launched its domestically developed "Pars-I" satellite into orbit using a Russian Soyuz-2.1b launcher from the Vostochny launch base, 8,000 km east of Moscow. The satellite, designed for remote sensing and imaging of Iran's topography, orbits 500 km above Earth, providing high-resolution images. The successful deployment underscores the use of the X-band link, enhancing data transmission capabilities in satellite communication.
