Iranian Revolutionary Guards

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a major military and political force in Iran, distinct from the regular armed forces. It was formed after the 1979 revolution to protect the Islamic Republic. The IRGC's foreign operations arm is particularly relevant in the current context. Recent news highlights the IRGC's involvement in the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli strikes have targeted individuals identified as IRGC members in Lebanon, specifically in Beirut. These strikes are presented as targeting commanders from the IRGC. The conflict intensified after Hezbollah, backed by Iran, attacked Israel, reportedly in response to the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The IRGC's presence and activities in Lebanon, and Israel's targeting of its members, are central to understanding the dynamics of the current conflict and the potential for further escalation in the region.