IRGC

Data shows:

Maritime traffic plunge after IRGC re-imposes Hormuz blockade

Maritime traffic plummets through the Strait of Hormuz as Iran re-imposed a strict blockade.

The post-Khamenei war:

Inside Iran, a war has already begun and the US has no strategy

Increasingly, the institutions shaping Iran’s future are not seminaries, religious councils or traditional clerical networks. They are military organizations, intelligence structures and security elites. America is negotiating with the previous Iran. Opinion.

Despite MOU:

IRGC launching nightly drone strikes on ships in Hormuz

A US official reveals that the IRGC has launched multiple attack drones toward commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz every night since Sunday's signed memorandum.

Iranian activist links UK protests to Iran

Iranian activist Dr. Laleh Tangsiri speaks at the Arutz Sheva Conference at the Israeli Real Estate fair in London about growing up in Iran, calling for international support for change of regime and hoping for future Iran-Israel ties.

Senior Iranian leader blocks agreement

Ahmad Vahidi, commander of the Revolutionary Guards and a highly influential figure within the regime, led the decision to launch missiles at Israel and became a major obstacle to reaching an agreement with President Trump.

Pakistani PM: 'Technical talks' to follow electronic deal signing

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says deal with US to be electronically signed within 24 hours, thanks Iran, US, and Qatar.

Trump confirms: Agreement with Iran to be signed Sunday

US President Donald Trump says enriched uranium will be diluted and destroyed, agreement with Iran to be signed on Sunday.

Report: Iran memorandum includes framework for enriched uranium

Agreement between US and Iran includes free passage through Strait of Hormuz; Iranian nuclear program to be discussed later, report says.

Iran denies agreeing to deal, says US accepted their proposals

Iran has not approved any draft or memorandum of agreement with US, but is likely to do so due to US' acceptance of their demands, Fars claims.

EU sanctions IRGC over maritime blockades

The EU sanctions Iranian officials and an IRGC unit for disrupting the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran declares: We completed operations against Israel

Iran declares end to strikes against Israel - on condition that Israel cease responding to Hezbollah's aggression.

US strikes Iran, missiles launched towards Gulf states

US CENTCOM says it attacked radar stations in Strait of Hormuz; Iran responds with fire.

US sanctions Iran's top crypto exchange for funding IRGC

US announces sanctions against Iran's top crypto exchange Nobitex for aiding the regime during the war.

Quds Force commander warns:

'Israeli operations risk broader regional escalation'

Iran's Quds Force chief warns that Israeli campaigns could trigger regional maritime disruptions.

Iran official: We see ourselves as allies of Lebanon

Iran signals support for Hezbollah after US strikes in Iran and Israeli strikes in Lebanon, warning that it will not hesitate to 'aid Lebanon' against Israel.

Iranian official: No agreement until rights guaranteed

Iranian Parliament Speaker says 'no faith' in US promises, emphasizes Iran 'won't approve any agreement until the people’s rights are guaranteed.'

IRGC says it fired missiles at US ships in Strait of Hormuz

Iran's IRGC claims it fired missiles at four US merchant ships who tried crossing the Strait of Hormuz without permission.

Iran declares: We won't give up on uranium enrichment

Iranian official Ebrahim Azizi warns IRGC won't give up on core demands to reach ceasefire deal with US.

Pezeshkian orders end to Iran's months-long internet ban

Iranian President orders the restoration of Iran's internet despite fierce IRGC opposition.

Iranian citizens beg: Help us finish the job

In rare interview with Israel's Channel 12 News, Iranian citizens beg Israel and US to complete the job, express willingness to endure harsh conditions if there is hope for a better future. 'Not a single moderate in the regime, executions happen daily.'

Report: Iran passes new ceasefire offer to US

New ceasefire proposal, sent via Pakistani mediators, includes commitment not to produce nuclear weapons.

Honduras blacklists Hamas and IRGC as terror organizations

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises Honduras after it officially designates Hamas and the Iranian IRGC as foreign terrorist organizations.

Kharg Island spill likely caused by dumping

Kharg Island not loading oil tankers due to alleged leak, reports say.

Report: Iran unable to export crude oil by sea

Iran not managing to export crude oil by sea due to US blockade, though some products succeeded in escaping due to lack of sanctions, report says.

NYT: Chinese companies weighing provision of weapons to Iran

Chinese firms discussing possible weapons transfers to Iran through intermediary countries, report says.

Tehran demands release of IRGC officers arrested by Kuwait

Tehran threatens retaliation after Kuwait arrested four IRGC officers attempting to infiltrate Bubiyan Island.

Report: Iraq, Pakistan reach Hormuz shipping deals with Iran

Tehran shifting from threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz toward controlling access, Reuters report claims.

Kuwait blames Iran for armed infiltration near critical hub

Kuwait accuses Iran’s Revolutionary Guard of a failed raid on a strategic China-funded port.

Dominican Republic designates IRGC and Hezbollah as terrorists

The Dominican Republic designates Hezbollah and the IRGC as terrorists, a move welcomed by Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar.

US imposes new sanctions on IRGC oil networks

State Department announces sanctions on an IRGC oil network, in an effort to cut off funding for terror proxies and regional aggression.

Iran calls for "protection fees" on internet cables in Hormuz

IRGC-affiliated media calls for imposing "protection" payments on the undersea fiber optic cables that pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

IRGC warns:

'Heavy attack on US bases if Iranian tankers are targeted'

The IRGC warns of strikes on US bases and ships if Iran’s maritime trade faces further "aggression."

Report:

Iran leader confronts IRGC over attacks on UAE

Report says Iran’s president warned IRGC actions in the Gulf risk escalation, seeking urgent talks to halt operations and preserve diplomatic efforts.

Report: Iranian leaders seek to oust foreign minister

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian and speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf move against Araghchi over claims he bypassed leadership and aligned with IRGC on nuclear talks, Iran International report says.

Mojtaba Khamenei:

Persian Gulf will have bright future without US presence

Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamensi disparages US' 'disgraceful failure,' says Iran will manage Strait of Hormuz.

Report:

IRGC has seized power from Supreme Leader

After Khamenei’s killing, Iran’s leadership shifts toward IRGC control, with Mojtaba Khamenei holding a limited role amid ongoing war.

London:

Iran Embassy urges UK Iranians to join ‘martyrdom’ program

Daily Mail report says Tehran mission’s call for “sacrifice" campaign sparks security concerns, with experts warning of potential radicalization on British soil.

Into the fray:

Iran-Why this war must be waged

It is imperative to underscore to the public what the stakes in this conflict are, and why nothing less than the total capitulation of the theocrats in Tehran will suffice as an acceptable outcome. Opinion.

Trump: If Iran wants to talk, they can call

US President Donald Trump cancels representatives' trip to Islamabad, says 'too much time wasted on traveling.'

Amid antisemitism surge

Starmer pledges move against IRGC

British Prime Minister pledges July legislation against IRGC after synagogue arson, amid rising antisemitism and Jewish security fears.

Wounded and isolated

How Iran’s new supreme leader is operating

A report in The New York Times reveals that Mojtaba Khamenei is seriously wounded and being kept under heavy concealment out of fear of assassination, with access to him severely restricted and messages delivered only through couriers.

Watch:

IRGC forces board container ship in Strait of Hormuz

IRGC releases footage of commandos boarding a cargo ship in Strait of Hormuz, one of three attacks within hours linked to Iran.

In mere hours: Iran attacks third ship in Strait of Hormuz

Iran fires at, stops, outbound cargo ship transversing Strait of Hormuz, in third such incident since morning.

IRGC vessel fires at container ship near Oman

Heavy damage reported after IRGC gun boat fires at container ship, UKMTO reports.

Iran's secret terror unit exposed

Mossad, Shin Bet and IDF expose IRGC's Unit 4000, the main terror arm that planned to assassinate Israeli officials and blow up oil pipelines.

IRGC calls foreign minister “idiot" in rare radio broadcast

A leaked Iranian naval transmission reveals Revolutionary Guards openly insulting Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi while threatening to attack vessels attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz without approval.

IDF spokesman reveals: The truth behind his Iranian counterpart

IDF Farsi-language spokesperson Kamal Penhasi releases statement to Iranian public, dropping bombshell and asking for more information.

IRGC threatens: We haven't used our real power yet

IRGC spokesman warns the enemy has "no idea" about undisclosed capabilities as the US begins a blockade of Iranian ports and the Strait of Hormuz.

Netanyahu

“We destroyed planes and helicopters, IRGC infrastructure'

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a statement confirming that the Air Force attacked railways and bridges in Iran.

Leaked Documents:

Mojtaba Khamenei unresponsive in hospital, IRGC running war

A confidential diplomatic memo reveals that Mojtaba Khamenei was declared supreme leader after his father’s death, but is hospitalized unconscious in Qom, while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is effectively running the war.

New details:

B-2 bombers destroyed IRGC's secret bunker in Iran

Fox News reports US forces launched bunker-busting strike on IRGC site near Tehran as B-2 and B-1 bombers supported high-risk rescue of downed F-15 crew.

IDF bombs IRGC command centers and missile sites in Tehran

Israeli Air Force strikes key IRGC infrastructure in Tehran, including command centers used to suppress civilians, ballistic missile sites, and defense production facilities.

Netanyahu:

'We are systematically dismantling the IRGC's money machine'

The Prime Minister made it clear that the campaign against Iran has moved to a phase of destroying national infrastructure and systematically eliminating senior regime officials.

Defense Minister: We dealt severe blow to Iran's economy

IAF destroys Iran's largest petrochemical facility, crippling its export ability; Defense Minister Israel Katz warns Iran against continuing to target civilians.

IDF eliminates key Quds Force commander

Asghar Bagheri, Commander of the Quds Force’s Special Operations Unit (840), eliminated in IDF strike.

IAF strike kills ‘Imam Hussein’ Division artillery chief

IDF eliminates artillery commander of the 'Imam Hussein' Division, destroys fire-control headquarters.

IRGC intelligence chief eliminated

Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announces the elimination of the head of its intelligence array, Majid Khademi.

IRGC defies Trump:

'Strait of Hormuz will never be the same'

IRGC rejects President Trump’s ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, declaring it “will never return to its previous state" for the US and Israel.

Another blow to the IRGC’s military buildup

IDF eliminated Mohammad Reza Ashrafi Kahi, a senior commander in the IRGC’s Oil Headquarters, which enables the continued activity and military buildup of the IRGC.

Iran’s Quiet Power Shift:

The rise of a Military Junta

The war broke the Islamic Caliphate of Shi’ism but hardened its inner core, elevating the junta within while clerical authority is a façade. U.S. and Israeli strikes have eroded Iran’s conventional and nuclear capability while empowering the IRGC, intensifying repression. Opinion.