# Iran has reportedly secured a Chinese-manufactured spy satellite, enhancing its surveillance capabilities over U.S. military positions in the Middle East.

*aerospace · news · 2026-04-15 · Devdiscourse*

## Key points

- Iran acquired the Chinese TEE-01B spy satellite in late 2024 from Earth Eye Co.
- The IRGC's Aerospace Force now controls the satellite, enhancing Iranian surveillance of U.S. positions.
- The satellite collected imagery during Iranian missile and drone operations in March 2024.
- Iran accessed Emposat-operated ground stations in China to utilize the satellite's capabilities.

**Countries:** Iran, China, United States

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