Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)

The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a branch of the Iranian Armed Forces, established after the 1979 revolution to protect the country's Islamic system. It wields significant political and economic power within Iran, operating independently of the regular military in many respects. The IRGC is newsworthy due to escalating regional tensions and its alleged involvement in attacks on US assets in Iraq, as reported in recent articles. These attacks are purportedly in response to US-Israeli actions against Iran. Simultaneously, internal unrest in Iran, including protests at universities, adds to the complexity. The IRGC's role in suppressing these protests is likely. Furthermore, Iran's recent airspace closure, while officially for a limited time, highlights the country's heightened state of alert and the IRGC's control over critical infrastructure. The IRGC's actions and influence are central to understanding the current geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.