Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a branch of the Iranian military. While the Iranian Army is the Islamic Republic's traditional military, the IRGC is focused on ensuring Iran's "integrity," which is often interpreted as meeting Tehran's foreign objectives as well as safeguarding the country from foreign interference.
The IRGC is made up of five core branches: The Ground Forces, which focus on putting down internal dissent as well as projecting power abroad; the Aerospace Force, which operates aircraft, missiles, and satellites; the Navy, which uses fast attack boats for asymmetric hit-and-run tactics; the Quds Force, which focuses on military intelligence and extraterritorial operations; and the Basij, a volunteer paramilitary group.
Its current leader is Maj.-Gen. Hossein Salami.
Iran launches attack on Azerbaijan-Israel ties: ‘Two nations, one state’
Fars News Agency, closely affiliated with the IRGC, used Eurovision to highlight Baku’s growing ties with Israel and amplify anti-Israel rhetoric.
Explosion at Iranian port severely impacts regime, Iran expert says
Iranian-American pleads guilty to acting as Tehran's spy, providing sensitive US materials to Iran
Could Mossad kill IRGC air force chief to open up striking Iran nuke program?
CPAC for Iranians in exile: Uniting for the downfall of the ayatollah - opinion
CPAC provides Iranians with a space to discuss and collaborate and facilitates a platform that brings together opposition to the tyrannical regime.
The IRGC’s oil empire: How Iran’s elite guards are cashing in on state’s black gold - analysis
The IRGC’s control over Iran’s oil industry is not just an economic fact - it is a political verdict on the regime’s direction.
Iran's dangerous game: The message behind Tehran's threats to Trump - analysis
Iran is using the nuclear program to potentially get some concessions, even as it seeks closer ties with Russia and China.
IRGC deputy commander: Our next attack will be carried out in good time
Iran has continued to warn that a "strong and complex" attack is forthcoming and that it will not be limited to a missile attack.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards unveil new underground 'missile city'
This is the third underground missile base unveiled by the IRGC in less than a month.
Khamenei’s paper tiger is soaked and on the verge of collapse - opinion
Behind the propaganda machine of the regime and its Western-affiliated reformist lobby lies a truth contrary to its claims of strength and resilience.
Iran 'accepted the fall of Assad,' world leaders applaud fall of 'brutal' regime
An internal memo viewed by the "NYT" reports the situation as if “Iran accepted the fall of Assad and has lost the will to resist."
Iran’s antisemitism stems from suspicion of Jewish ‘dual loyalty’ - opinion
Iran’s rhetoric fuels antisemitic tensions, reviving historic suspicions of “dual loyalty” among Jews, particularly impacting the vulnerable Jewish community in Iran.
Iran's Guards ban communications devices after strike on Hezbollah, security officials say
One of the security officials said a large-scale operation is underway by the IRGC to inspect all devices.
Lebanese fear bombs in their pockets after Hezbollah device blasts
The explosion of thousands of Hezbollah's mobile communication devices has spread fear across Lebanon, leaving people terrified they might be carrying bombs in their pockets.
'IRGC has become a monster, not what we intended,' founder tells 'Post'
Mohsen Sazegara, who set up the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps, has spent the past 20 years living in the US after he became a dissident against the Iranian regime.
