Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
July 2017
Window; Continued Arrests of Supporters of 'Erfan Halqeh'
Eighteen supporters of the 'Erfan Halqeh' sect were arrested in Iran by the IRGC, amidst ongoing global criticism of the treatment of religious minorities. The…
Second Confrontation of IRGC Vessels with US Navy Ships in a Week
The IRGC reported a second confrontation with US Navy ships in the Persian Gulf within a week, involving warning shots fired by the US. This…
Iran and New Sanctions
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a sanctions bill targeting Iran, Russia, and North Korea with overwhelming support. The new sanctions focus on the entire…
Rouhani: We Will Certainly Respond to New Sanctions
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani vowed to respond to new U.S. sanctions, stating that Iran would take reciprocal actions if the U.S. violated the nuclear agreement.…
The U.S., the Revolutionary Guard, and the Fate of the JCPOA
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a sanctions bill targeting Iran, which could label the IRGC as a terrorist organization, significantly impacting Iran's politics and…
IRGC: US Warship Made Provocative Move Against Our Patrol Vessel
The IRGC claims that a US warship made a provocative move against one of its patrol vessels in the Persian Gulf, alleging that the US…
Iran's Border Guards Seize 30 Horses and Mules Carrying Smuggled Weapons and Ammunition
Iran's border guards have seized 30 horses and mules carrying smuggled weapons and ammunition in northwestern Iran, highlighting ongoing security threats from smuggling operations. The…
Arrest of 3 Iranian Fishermen Near Qatar's Oil Platforms
Three Iranian fishermen were arrested by Qatari border guards for fishing without a permit near Qatar's oil platforms. The incident occurs amid heightened tensions between…
Trial of Two Teachers in Saudi Arabia on Charges of Espionage for Iran
Two teachers in Saudi Arabia are on trial for allegedly spying for Iran and planning an attack on an oil pipeline. This case highlights ongoing…
Baqeri Warns of 'Great Risk' for US Bases in the Region
Mohammad Baqeri, the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, criticized new US sanctions and warned of risks to US bases in the…
Rouhani: We Should Not Fear Those Who Unjustly Hold Loudspeakers
President Hassan Rouhani criticized a small group holding significant influence in Iran, asserting that the nation should not fear them. His comments come amid rising…
The Autonomous Government of Iraqi Kurdistan Summons Iranian Consul
The Autonomous Government of Iraqi Kurdistan condemned Iranian shelling that injured three and forced evacuations, summoning the Iranian consul to express its protest. This incident…