This was reported by the Associated Press, referring to satellite imagery data obtained by the agency.

It is noted that in the photographs on the launch pad black smoke and smoldering remains of the rocket are visible.

It is specified that the Iranian authorities have not yet announced the incident.

The agency notes that in the coming days, Iran was supposed to launch the Nahid 1 satellite. Whether the accident is associated with this launch is unknown.

It was previously reported that Iran has completed work on the creation of the Bavar-373 anti-aircraft missile system, which is an analogue of the Russian S-300.