Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is a branch of Iran’s military established in 1979 to protect the country’s Islamic Revolution. It operates separately from Iran's regular armed forces and has its own command structure, military units, and political influence. The IRGC is involved in national security, intelligence, and economic activities, and it plays a key role in supporting Iran’s foreign policy and regional influence. It is designated as a terrorist organization by some countries due to its involvement in regional conflicts and activities viewed as destabilizing by others.