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Iran's Revolutionary Guards warned that any vessel approaching the Strait of Hormuz would be targeted, prompting a critical summit meeting at the White House to address the escalating tensions.
This article from the Tehran Times discusses the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a major military, governmental, and economic force in Iran.
Kuwait's Foreign Ministry stated that drone attacks on its vital facilities constituted a violation of its sovereignty and airspace, while Iran's Revolutionary Guard denied any involvement in the incident.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy has published new sea charts and alternative routes for ship traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, citing the presence of various types of anti-ship mines in the area.
Today's Iran war news: Trump goes even more crazy as the F-15 rescue looks more like the tip of the iceberg of a big botched mission.
A former executioner for Iran's Revolutionary Guard, Afshin Javid, shared his story of converting to Christianity after experiencing a vision of Christ, seeking forgiveness for his past sins.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) claimed responsibility for an attack on an Amazon cloud computing center in Bahrain, which Bahrain's Interior Ministry confirmed caused damage and a fire at a company facility, with reports from Iranian state media reiterating the claim.
The Argentinian government, under Javier Milei, has officially classified Iran's Revolutionary Guards as a 'terrorist' organization, a move that enables the application of financial sanctions and operational restrictions.
Iran intelligence forces have arrested 54 mercenaries linked to the US and Israel across four provinces, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a threat to target US tech firms if more Iranian leaders are killed, escalating tensions amid ongoing regional conflicts.
An Iranian demand for tolls in the Strait of Hormuz is being viewed as a potential step away from the rules-based world order, though some doubt its realism. Meanwhile, rules regarding which countries' ships are allowed passage through the strait have been clarified.
Reports are emerging about desertion within the ranks of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, indicating noticeable changes, though it is not yet considered a mass phenomenon.
Reports indicate that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are commanding Hezbollah operations in Lebanon, according to statements from Salam.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has stated that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are commanding Hezbollah's operations within Lebanon, indicating a direct link in the ongoing regional conflict.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced they struck US airbases Al-Minhad in the United Arab Emirates and Ali Al-Salem in Kuwait, claiming these bases were used for attacks against Iranian islands in the Gulf. Authorities in the Emirates confirmed their air defense systems were activated in response.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim to have struck an Israeli fighter jet, a claim that the Israeli military has denied, stating no damage was sustained.
Israel has launched a new wave of attacks on Iran, including fresh strikes on Tehran, as the US-Israel vs Iran conflict intensifies, impacting Gulf nations and global energy markets, with Netanyahu claiming victory.
High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Policy Kaja Kallas announced that Western Balkan countries have agreed with the EU's decision to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard has threatened to destroy gas and oil facilities in neighboring Gulf countries if Israel and the United States continue attacks on Iran's energy infrastructure.
Albania has officially designated Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as a 'terrorist organization' and Iran as a 'state sponsor of terrorism' through a parliamentary resolution.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have announced the arrest of 10 individuals described as 'foreign spies,' with four reportedly gathering intelligence on sensitive sites and economic infrastructure.
A former commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard stated regarding US President Trump's request for Japan and other countries to dispatch ships to the Strait of Hormuz, "Japanese ships will likely be in danger," and urged Japan not to get involved.
The Iranian Revolutionary Guards view the conflict with the United States as central to their ideology, elevating it religiously and using it to justify their existence, though another factor is even more crucial to them.
Oil prices have risen above $100 per barrel, reaching their highest level since July 2022, driven by ongoing concerns over the potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the US's announced attacks on Iran. A commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guard has explicitly stated that no oil will pass through the Strait of Hormuz unless Tehran decides otherwise, reinforcing fears of supply disruptions.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has called on Arab nations to denounce the presence of 11,000 US troops in the Middle East, accusing them of using civilians as human shields and framing the appeal as a religious duty.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has claimed to have struck the US aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln with four ballistic missiles, a claim the US has denied, stating the carrier remains fully operational.
Iranian Kurdish opposition groups, with 4,000 to 5,000 fighters based in Iraqi Kurdistan, are prepared to challenge Tehran and have high hopes for the US-Israeli operation in Iran, but are holding back as the war unfolds.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reportedly detained more than 80 individuals, including alleged 'spies, internal mercenaries, agents of Israel and the US,' and an unidentified foreign national.
Israel has urged the UN Security Council to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization, citing its aggressive actions as a threat to regional and international peace.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard targeted Trump and Biden for assassination, but Democrats question our military response to Tehran's ongoing nuclear threats.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it has targeted what it calls 'separatist groups' in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, following reports of Iranian Kurdish forces preparing units for deployment inside Iran.
An expert suggests that Iran's Revolutionary Guard has become so powerful that it could continue to operate even without the country's supreme leader, surviving a potential regime change.
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps within Lebanon, signaling a significant policy shift.
A container ship was struck off the coast of Oman while transiting the Strait of Hormuz, leading to a halt in traffic in the key global oil transit waterway, with Iran's Revolutionary Guards claiming control.
Ships sailing through the Strait of Hormuz risk being hit by missiles, reports Iran's Revolutionary Guard.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has reportedly threatened to attack the headquarters of the opposition People's Mojahedin Organization of Iran (MEK) located at Ashraf-3 base in Albania.
Qatar has announced the arrest of two cells allegedly affiliated with Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps, indicating a security operation.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards targeted a United States air base in Bahrain, the Islamic republic's elite force said in a statement carried on Tuesday by the official IRNA news agency.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatened a complete blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on tankers, which could drive oil prices above $200.
"The enemy must know that his days of glory are over and that he is no longer safe anywhere in the world," not even on his own territory, announced the Quds Force, the elite unit of...
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is described as the most powerful organization in Iran, created after the 1979 Islamic Revolution to defend the regime and acting as a major economic player.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced that they attacked the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier with four ballistic missiles, according to Iranian state media.
Iran's President vows revenge for Supreme Leader Khamenei's killing in US-Israeli strikes, calling it a 'declaration of war.' The assassination creates a leadership vacuum and sparks regional unrest, with Iran's Revolutionary Guard threatening severe retaliation. Amidst a near-total internet blackout, Tehran views this as a pivotal moment in the Middle East conflict.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reportedly "launched a new wave of missile attacks against American bases" in the Gulf.
Hezbollah has fought numerous conflicts with Israel since it was established by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has commenced military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz.
India has summoned the Iranian ambassador in New Delhi following an incident where an Indian tanker was reportedly fired upon by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). This diplomatic action comes despite claims that the tanker had received prior permission.
Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran have concluded without an agreement, with the EU emphasizing the necessity of diplomacy. The development comes amidst conflicting reports from CENTCOM and Iran's Revolutionary Guards regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and a statement from Netanyahu.
Kuwait's foreign ministry reported drone attacks on its vital facilities, deeming them a violation of sovereignty, while Iran's Revolutionary Guard denied responsibility.
The government of Costa Rica has officially designated Iran's Revolutionary Guards and the Palestinian Islamist movement Hamas as terrorist organizations.
The head of intelligence for Iran's Revolutionary Guards has been killed in a strike, according to reports from the Revolutionary Guard Corps.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards are employing AI and viral Lego-style videos, featuring themes like 'L.O.S.E.R' and 'Make Iran Great Again,' as part of a sophisticated propaganda campaign to troll the United States on social media platforms.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that its air defense systems shot down an 'enemy fighter jet' south of Qeshm Island, though no further details were provided.
China and Pakistan have jointly proposed a five-point peace plan for the Middle East, urging a ceasefire after a month-long war, as Iran's Revolutionary Guards continue to issue warnings against US companies like Apple, Google, and Meta, citing retaliation for 'targeted assassinations' of Iranian leaders.
An opinion piece argues that the ongoing Iran war is fundamentally about US credibility, with potential defeat for Iran's Revolutionary Guards risking regime destabilization and economic collapse.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has reportedly targeted US-linked aluminum industries in a coordinated missile and drone strike.
US President Donald Trump has stated that Iran 'wants peace' and there's a good chance of a deal, following his postponement of a strike threat citing 'productive conversations'. However, Iran's Revolutionary Guard and Tehran have dismissed Trump's peace talk claims as 'fake news' and accused him of 'contradictory behaviour', with the White House now calling reports of US-Iran official meetings 'speculative' as oil prices react to Trump's strike halt.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has stated that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are in command of Hezbollah, highlighting the extent of Iranian influence in the region.
An analysis highlights the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as both the foundation of Iran's theocratic regime and a powerful state within a state.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced it is preparing a new wave of attacks, developing new strategies and utilizing modern systems after analyzing enemy weaknesses.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard claimed to have downed an Israeli F-16 over central Iran, a charge Israel denies, stating only that one of its aircraft faced missile fire without sustaining damage.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy has reportedly destroyed an American drone, according to a report from Tehran Times.
Concerns are being raised that Iran's Revolutionary Guard could seize power, replacing the current theocracy with a praetorian regime. This comes amidst secrecy surrounding the health of Mojtaba Khamenei, who the Pentagon claims was injured in US-Israeli attacks and is now reportedly recovering in a Russian presidential residence.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard had threatened to attack energy facilities in Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Emirates.
US President Donald Trump's position on the Middle East conflict is sending mixed signals, with him declaring Iran 'almost destroyed' while also expressing shock at Iranian strikes. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have sarcastically responded to Trump's social media comments, stating that the outcome of war is not determined by tweets, indicating a new level of confrontation beyond diplomatic or military fields.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced the arrest of ten individuals described as "foreign spies" and "mercenaries" in the Khorasan Razavi province. The intelligence agency stated that these individuals have been identified and apprehended.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has threatened to target American companies in the Middle East, urging their employees to evacuate immediately. This follows the listing of Amazon and Google offices in the region as potential targets last week.
The US is experiencing elevated terrorism threats, with federal authorities linking domestic incidents like bomb plots in New York and a ramming attack in Michigan to the backdrop of the ongoing Iran war and cuts at the FBI and Justice Department.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched its 48th wave of retaliatory strikes, 'Operation True Promise 4,' targeting Israeli and US interests, while state media showcased drone launches and a vast underground arsenal under images of Khamenei, including a detailed look inside a war tunnel.
An explainer provides a history and overview of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), detailing the powerful paramilitary force's significant control over the country. The IRGC remains a key player despite the ongoing war and internal dynamics.
Serbia did not align with the European Union's recent decision to designate Iran's Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization, highlighting its independent foreign policy stance.
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the fate of Asadollah Badfar, head of a Basij unit within Iran's Revolutionary Guard, leaving key questions open about whether he was killed.
Rear Admiral Ali Fadavi, deputy commander of Iran's Revolutionary Guards, claimed that Iranian forces shot down a US F-15 fighter jet south of Tehran. He also asserted that no US ships were within 700 kilometers of the Persian Gulf, implying a retreat by the US Navy.
Ahmad Vahidi, a long-standing figure in Tehran's power apparatus, has been appointed as the new head of Iran's Revolutionary Guard, known for his hardline ideological stance.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard said on March 10 that it would not allow oil exports from the Middle East if American and Israeli attacks continue, while Donald Trump responded with a warning that the United States...
Mohsen Sazegara, a former student of Khomeini and founder of Iran's Revolutionary Guard, suggests that part of the regime is open to a peaceful transition and that Mousavi should be freed to lead this new phase.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced they launched missiles and sent unmanned aerial vehicles towards Tel Aviv, Israel, describing it as a combined attack.
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guards within its territory.
Senior sources indicate that Iran's Revolutionary Guards have increased their influence in wartime decision-making, despite losing top commanders, pursuing a hardline strategy.
Reports indicate that Iran's powerful Revolutionary Guard is actively supporting Mojtaba Khamenei's rise to a top leadership position within the country's theocracy.
Reports indicate that alleged spies belonging to Iran's Revolutionary Guard have been apprehended in Qatar.
Tasnim News Agency, linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, reported on the 3rd that the building of the 'Assembly of Experts,' where religious leaders had gathered in Qom, central Iran, to select the successor to the assassinated Supreme Leader Khamenei, was hit by a missile attack.
Clashes broke out on Sitra island in Bahrain between pro-Iranian demonstrators and security forces, after Iran's Revolutionary Guard (IRGC) announced that it had hit a US air base in…
According to the Kuwaiti Ministry of Defense, the attacks resulted in injuries to 27 soldiers, while Iran's Revolutionary Guard declared new strikes on US bases in the region.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards reported that a Honduran-flagged fuel tanker, identified as the Athe Nova, was burning in the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by two drones.
What to know about Iran's Revolutionary Guard, a powerful force within the country's theocracy AP News
Six people are reported killed in an Iranian missile attack in central Israel. Iran warns of a new wave of attacks.
Major oil companies, trading houses, and international shipowners have suspended shipments of crude oil, refined products, and LNG through the Strait of Hormuz, following the US and Israeli attacks on...
Pakpour was appointed after his predecessor Hossein Salami was one of several key military figures killed in an Israeli strike during the war in June 2025.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has commenced military exercises along the country's southern Persian Gulf coast, according to state media.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards launched military exercises in the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global oil transport gateway, amidst rising tensions with the United States.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have raised concerns about potentially mining navigation routes in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the US Navy to seek European expertise in mine warfare.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that military vessels approaching a key strait would be considered a ceasefire breach, while the U.S. military announced a naval blockade of Iranian ports is set to begin. This follows threats from former President Trump regarding blockading the same strait.
Iranian news agencies have published a graphic implying the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) laid sea mines in the Strait of Hormuz during the war, a move potentially aimed at pressuring the US amid ceasefire uncertainty.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard: Has shot down a drone over the southern part of the country
Energy Secretary Sharon Garin stated that Iran's agreement to grant safe passage for Philippine-bound energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz is a government 'risk management' strategy to secure the country's oil supply.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps has launched a campaign aimed at recruiting children as young as 12 for the “defence of the homeland,” raising concerns from rights groups about life-threatening risks.
A report indicates that Iran's Revolutionary Guards have assumed 'de facto control' of the government, pushing the president into a 'political deadlock' amid growing friction with the military leadership.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has reiterated its warning to US tech firms, explicitly listing 18 companies including Apple, Google, and Meta as targets for 'reciprocal action' starting tomorrow. This follows previous threats against leading American technology companies, which Iran claims are complicit in alleged Israeli-US intelligence-backed strikes.
French anti-terrorism prosecutors have opened an investigation into a suspected attack targeting Bank of America’s Paris headquarters, following new arrests and ongoing probes into potential Islamist links, with suspicions now pointing towards Iran's Revolutionary Guards.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have claimed responsibility for attacks targeting Israeli and US forces in the Persian Gulf, with reports detailing specific waves of advanced missile and drone strikes against US and Israeli assets.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić's recent visit to the UAE, increased arms exports to Israel, and alignment with EU sanctions against Iran's Revolutionary Guard are prompting questions about the end of Serbia's foreign policy neutrality.
The Lebanese Prime Minister has accused Iran's Revolutionary Guards of commanding Hezbollah's operations against Israel, stating that the war was imposed on Lebanon.
Three weeks into the conflict, Iran's Revolutionary Guards have escalated their rhetoric, announcing new strategies, modern weapons, and a promised new wave of attacks.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards claim to have shot down an Israeli F-16 fighter jet over central Iran using a modern air defense system.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have reportedly stepped in to assist the Lebanese Shiite group Hezbollah in preparing for its latest conflict with Israel, particularly after the loss of its leader Hassan Nasrallah and other commanders.
'Our missile industry deserves a perfect score,' says Iran's Revolutionary Guards spokesman Ali Mohammad Naini
This article provides a background on Iran's Revolutionary Guard (Pasdaran), detailing their origins from militias supporting Khomeini and their extensive control over various levers of power within the Persian country.
Eighteen days into the conflict, Iran's Revolutionary Guards maintain operations despite setbacks, but analysts observe signs of pressure within the Iranian power system.
Ebrahim Zolfaghari, spokesperson for Iran's Revolutionary Guard, mocked Donald Trump, stating that war outcomes are determined on the ground, not by tweets, and suggested the name 'Epic Fear' for the conflict.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced the completion of 'Operation True Promise 4,' confirming strikes against targets in Israel, including command and control infrastructure. Iran also claimed to have hit targets at the Al-Udeid base in Qatar.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have issued a threat, vowing to 'hunt down and kill' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced this evening that they launched a volley of missiles against American forces near Riyadh. While Saudi authorities did not immediately confirm...
Mohsen Rezaei, former chief of Iran's Revolutionary Guard, declared that Iran would no longer accept a ceasefire, stating that Tehran's patience has run out and its missile arsenal is unlimited.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard intelligence has warned citizens against new mass protests, with state broadcaster Iribnews issuing a statement threatening even harsher measures than those seen during demonstrations in late December.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced it had targeted Israel and US bases in the United Arab Emirates, Iraq, and Kuwait, specifically mentioning a US forces gathering point in Dubai.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards declared readiness for 'total war' and warned that the Strait of Hormuz is a 'forbidden zone' following a bombing, escalating tensions despite Trump's suggestions of an impending end to the conflict.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced they targeted US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain on the 12th day of the conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have threatened to target any ship trying to pass through key waterway
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have threatened to increase the power, frequency, and range of their missile attacks, according to a report from Naftemporiki.
Azerbaijan's state security service claims that Iran's Revolutionary Guard smuggled three explosive devices into the country, intending to target Jewish sites and an oil pipeline.
Ahmad Vahidi takes command of Iran's Revolutionary Guards as the country battles a devastating US-Israeli assault.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has declared that the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial global shipping lane, is closed to vessels from many countries, though not all, and warned that violators would be targeted.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard announced its readiness for the 'complete destruction of military and economic infrastructure in the region'.
US and Israeli rockets continue to strike bases of Iran's Revolutionary Guard and Basij militia, while the regular Iranian army (Artesh) remains untouched. Analysts interpret this as a 'Controlled Destruction' strategy.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz states the US is committed to destroying Iran's military capabilities, while Qatar announces the arrest of 10 suspects spying for Iran's Revolutionary Guards.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that it has destroyed enemy targets in the northern Kurdish region of Iraq.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards announced the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, activating Tehran's most powerful geopolitical card and triggering an energy alert for potential price increases.
Former CIA Director David Petraeus discusses the difficulties of regime change without ground troops and warns that Iran's Revolutionary Guard could reactivate past operations in Europe, urging Western countries to remain vigilant.
Keir Starmer, the UK Labour leader, stated that British bases in Cyprus are not being used by the US military for strikes against Iran, responding to threats from Iran's Revolutionary Guards.
U.S. military said it has carried out strikes against over 1,000 Iranian targets so far since starting its campaign
The Russian president sent a letter to his Iranian counterpart Massoud Pezeshkian, the day after the death of the Iranian supreme leader during the attack carried out by the United States and Israel in Tehran.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has informed ships around the Strait of Hormuz that "no vessels are allowed to pass."
Iran's Revolutionary Guard has said that it struck Israeli and US bases with Iranian rockets on 28 February.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have commenced military exercises along the southern coasts and islands of the Gulf, involving missiles, artillery, drones, special forces, and armored vehicles.