Iran's Revolutionary Guard

Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) is a powerful paramilitary organization established after the 1979 Iranian Revolution to protect the Islamic Republic. It operates independently of the regular military and wields significant influence in Iran's political and economic spheres. The IRGC is newsworthy due to its role in suppressing nationwide protests and its designation as a terrorist organization by the European Union. This designation, announced by the EU's foreign policy chief, stems from the IRGC's violent crackdown on protesters. Reza Pahlavi, the exiled crown prince, has urged the world to target the IRGC leadership, believing the Islamic Republic will fall. The IRGC's actions and the international response highlight its central role in Iran's internal repression and its strained relationship with the international community.