NYT
How U.S. Satellite Imagery Restrictions Are Changing How We Report on Iran
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
Restrictions on U.S. satellite imagery sales to commercial providers have limited journalists' access to high-resolution images of Iran. Journalists have obtained satellite imagery from non-U.S. providers, including companies based in Europe and Israel, to cover military developments. These alternative sources operate under different regulatory frameworks than U.S. companies.
