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Iran's Use of Chinese Satellite for Monitoring U.S. Bases

April 15, 2026

Iran secretly utilized a Chinese spy satellite to target U.S. military bases in the Middle East. The TEE-01B satellite, acquired in 2024, allows for high-resolution image recording. The Iranian military monitored significant military facilities and confirmed intentions to strike. Reports indicate damage to U.S. aircraft. Surveillance was conducted via commercial providers based in China.