Iran Accuses Military Forces of Using Starlink for Targeting During Recent Strikes

TEHRAN, Oct 21 (OPA) — Iran’s mission to the United Nations issued a statement on Tuesday claiming that foreign military operations against the country leveraged commercial satellite networks for intelligence gathering and target acquisition. The representative characterized the use of private space infrastructure for combat purposes as a significant security concern.

The official report alleged that recent strikes impacted civilian and peaceful space infrastructure, including university facilities and scientific research centers. Tehran maintains that the integration of commercial satellite systems into military operations represents a shift in the nature of regional hostilities.

While the statement did not provide specific technical evidence or identify the military forces involved, it highlighted the growing intersection between commercial satellite constellations and modern warfare. The use of low-Earth orbit satellite internet services has become a point of contention in various global conflicts, raising questions about the neutrality of private space providers.

Iranian authorities have signaled they intend to raise the issue within international forums, citing the potential for such technology to escalate regional tensions. The government continues to assess the damage to its scientific infrastructure following the reported military actions.