[Satellite TODAY 03-29-10] The ITU has stepped into an interference dispute between Eutelsat and Iran, the ITU Radio Regulations Board (RRB) announced March 26.
    In a statement, the ITU RRB urged Iran to end interference hampering Eutelsat satellite operations. The Administration of France, on behalf of Eutelsat, notified the RRB of the interference emanating from the territory of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
    While also considering correspondence from the Administration of Iran, the RRB has determined that Eutelsat satellite networks, operating in the orbital positions at 9 degrees East, 13 degrees East, 21.5 degrees East and 25.5 degrees East are receiving harmful interference. The board noted that, “the interfering signals appear to be of a nature that is prohibited under Radio Regulations No. 15.1.”
    The RRB is urging the Administration of Iran to continue its effort in locating the source of interference and to eliminate it as a matter of the highest priority.