TEHRAN - The Iranian Space Agency (ISA) is gearing up for two satellite launches in July, with ongoing compatibility and joint testing of the satellites and their launchers currently underway. 

ISA head Hassan Salarieh, in a statement to IRNA on Saturday, acknowledged the sensitivity of these technical tests and cautioned about the possibility of delays due to unexpected issues. Despite this, Salarieh expressed confidence that the Pars-2 satellite and an upgraded version of Pars-1 will be ready for launch this Iranian calendar year (ending March 20, 2025). 

He also revealed that Iran's first radar satellite project is expected to be completed next year. Additionally, the test models of the "Qassem Soleimani" satellite system project are in the final stages of development and will be ready for launch this year.

Salarieh emphasized the agency's commitment to achieving a 100% success rate before any launch, even if testing indicates a 99% probability of success. "We are dedicated to ensuring the reliability and safety of our space missions," he said.

Beyond the upcoming launches, Salarieh highlighted that approximately 30 satellites are currently in the design and development stages, with each project typically spanning a timeframe of two years or more. These projects include Nahid-3, Pars-3, and two additional radar satellites.

Iran has been actively working on its space program to develop and launch various types of satellites for communication, remote sensing, and scientific purposes.