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Iran's IRGC
Iran's parallel armed force and its reach abroad.
The basics
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps was created after Iran's 1979 revolution and is separate from the regular army. It has its own ground, naval and air forces, runs the Quds Force that works with allied groups abroad, and controls large parts of Iran's economy.
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Iran's IRGC Appeals to American Public to Distance Country from Israel
Oct 1, 2026
Security & ConflictDeveloping
Iraq Appears to Delay Militia Disarmament as Iran-Backed Groups Resist
Aug 25, 2026
Political
Iran's IRGC Appeals to American Public to Distance Country from Israel
MoveThis is a strategic communication offensive by the IRGC, not an immediate military move.
Affects:U.S. elected officials and Trum…American progressives and anti-…U.S.-Iran relations and ceasefi…
Oct 1, 2026
Security & ConflictDeveloping
Iraq Appears to Delay Militia Disarmament as Iran-Backed Groups Resist
MoveThis is Iran's move, executed through Qaani's August visit and the militias' coordinated refusal to disarm.
Affects:If you work in regional securit…If you're tracking US foreign p…If you have operations or inves…
Aug 25, 2026