On Sunday, Russia launched three Iranian communications satellites, Paya, Kowsar, and Zafar-2, into orbit from the Vostochny launchpad. Paya is the heaviest satellite Iran has sent into space. The satellites have applications in water management, agriculture, and the environment. This launch underscores the strong ties between Russia and Iran, especially following a strategic partnership treaty signed in January. The U.S. has criticized Iran's satellite launches as violations of UN resolutions. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)