A recent report has claimed that Iran used a Satellite system to monitor United States military bases in the Middle East. The report, published by the Financial Times, suggests that this development gave Iran new surveillance capabilities during recent regional tensions.
According to the report, Iran acquired a Chinese-built Satellite named TEE-01B. It was developed and launched by a Chinese company, Earth Eye Co. The system was reportedly handed over to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force in late 2024.
The report states that Iranian military officials used the Satellite to track key US military installations. These locations included bases in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq. The data reportedly included time-stamped coordinates, satellite images, and orbital tracking details.
It is claimed that the Satellite captured images before and after drone and missile strikes. For example, images of Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia were reportedly taken on March 13, 14, and 15. On March 14, US President Donald Trump confirmed that US aircraft at the base had been hit.
The report also mentions monitoring activity at Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. Other areas included locations near the US Fifth Fleet base in Bahrain and Erbil airport in Iraq. These observations were linked to attacks claimed by the IRGC during that period.
In addition, the report highlights that Iran received support services as part of the deal. This included access to ground control stations operated by Emposat, a Beijing-based satellite service provider. These stations helped in managing and processing satellite data across multiple regions.
However, Reuters reported that it could not independently verify these claims. Several key organizations, including the White House, CIA, Pentagon, and Chinese authorities, have not issued official responses so far.
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The report has raised concerns about growing military and technological cooperation. It also highlights the increasing role of satellite systems in modern warfare. Analysts say such developments could impact regional security and global strategic balance.
