Iran satellite fails to reach orbit in US-criticized launch
(WorldNews Iran)

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) - An Iranian satellite-carrying rocket blasted off into space on Tuesday, but scientists failed to put the device into orbit in a launch previously criticized by the United States as helping the Islamic Republic further develop its ballistic missile program. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has alleged that Iran`s space program could help it develop a missile capable of carrying a nuclear weapon to the mainland U.S., criticism that comes amid the Trump administration`s maximalist approach against Tehran after withdrawing from the nuclear deal. Iran, which long has said it does not seek...