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In this undated photo provided by the Iranian Defense Ministry on Friday, June 17, 2011, technicians work on a locally manufactured satellite called Rasad, or observation, at an undisclosed location.

Iran launched a satellite into earth orbit on Wednesday, state television reported, in a feat that is likely to raise concerns among those who fear Iran's intentions and nuclear development program.

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