On June 5, Iran warned that the United States' growing space ambitions, particularly in the military domain, could spark a new arms race and destabilize international security. The statement came as Washington steps up its space programs and establishes a space force.
Speaking at a space conference, Iran's representative stressed that outer space should be used for peaceful purposes, serving the interests of all humanity, rather than becoming a potential battlefield. Tehran argued that the U.S. militarization of space would violate international treaties and erode trust among nations.
According to Iranian media, the country has consistently supported an international legal framework to prevent the deployment of weapons in space. Tehran also called on the international community to enhance dialogue to establish binding rules and prevent any actions that could cause instability.
Iran's move comes as the United States actively expands its space capabilities, including the establishment of the U.S. Space Command and new missile defense programs. Military experts suggest that space is becoming a key arena of strategic competition, raising concerns among many nations.
Previously, several countries, including Russia and China, have also expressed concerns about the U.S. military buildup in space, emphasizing the need to maintain a safe and stable space environment. Iran affirmed its readiness to join international efforts to protect space for peaceful purposes.
