Iranian Revolutionary Guard

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) is a branch of Iran's armed forces, distinct from the regular military, tasked with protecting the country's Islamic system. Recent news focuses on the IRGC's involvement in escalating conflicts in the Middle East. They are reportedly responsible for missile attacks on an oil refinery in Haifa, Israel, and strikes targeting US military installations in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar, as well as Kuwaiti naval personnel. These actions are in response to attacks by the US and Israel, highlighting the IRGC's role in Iran's retaliatory strategy. The IRGC's actions are raising concerns about further escalation and their impact on regional stability, particularly regarding oil tanker passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Their activities are central to the ongoing war and the strategic advantage it may provide to other global powers.