How Iran's Other Army Is Fighting the War
Summary
Iran has two main military forces: the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Islamic Republic of Iran Army (Artesh). While much attention has focused on the IRGC in the recent war involving the U.S. and Israel, the Artesh has also played an important and growing role, especially through the use of drones and actions across land, air, and sea.Key Facts
- Iran’s military includes the IRGC, which protects the Islamic Republic and its ideology, and the Artesh, which handles traditional defense.
- The IRGC has more influence and resources but has lost many leaders in recent conflicts.
- The Artesh has mobilized drones called Arash in response to attacks and has expanded its role in the current war.
- The Artesh operates the larger ships in Iran’s navy, unlike the IRGC navy, which uses smaller boats.
- Artesh drones have been used against targets beyond Israel, including in the Gulf region.
- At least one Artesh air force mission with old U.S.-made F-5 fighter jets reportedly reached a U.S. military base in Kuwait.
- Artesh ground units have been put on alert due to threats like a possible Kurdish invasion and potential U.S. ground attacks on Iranian territory.
- Despite having more soldiers (about 400,000) than the IRGC (around 120,000), the Artesh is considered less advanced and less capable in combat quality.
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