The Visit of Seyyed Hassan Khomeini to General Salami’s Home: A Landmark Moment in Political Landscape

The Role of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)

Structure and Function

The IRGC is Iran’s primary military force responsible for defending the Islamic Revolution. It operates parallel to Iran’s regular armed forces and exerts significant influence over Iran’s foreign policy, military strategy, and internal security.

Missile and Defense Capabilities

Under Salami’s leadership, the IRGC has expanded its missile arsenal, making Iran a formidable regional military power. The development of ballistic missiles with ranges exceeding 2000 km has altered the regional balance of power.

Regional Influence and Operations

The IRGC’s Quds Force, led by Qasem Soleimani until his assassination in 2020, has played a vital role in Iran’s foreign interventions across the Middle East, including Syria, Iraq, and Lebanon.