10 Key Facts About Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps | World News

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) made headlines on Saturday night as they launched a massive attack on Israel in retaliation for a strike on an Iranian consular building in Syria earlier this month. The attack, which involved 170 drones, more than 30 cruise missiles, and over 120 ballistic missiles, was in response to the killing of two Iranian generals in the airstrike.

Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, had vowed to take revenge for the attack on Iranian soil, blaming Israel for the incident. The IRGC, established after Iran’s 1979 revolution, is tasked with protecting the new Islamic regime against internal and external threats. With over 190,000 troops under its command, the IRGC is one of the most powerful paramilitary forces in the Middle East.

Designated a terrorist organization by the United States in 2019, the IRGC is known for supporting militant groups in various countries and controlling parts of Iran’s economy to fund its activities. Reports suggest that the IRGC may have played a role in previous attacks on Israel and supplied drones to Russia in conflicts.

Despite concluding the attack on Israel, Iran warned against any further escalation, stating that the matter can be deemed concluded unless Israel makes another mistake. The Iranian mission to the United Nations urged Israel not to retaliate, but warned of a severe response if provoked.

The latest attack on Israel involving the IRGC highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the complex dynamics at play between Iran and its adversaries. The world watches closely as the situation unfolds, with potential implications for regional stability and global security.