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economicAug 26, 2026

IRGC Leadership Structure — 2026

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How the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps is organized: five branches (Ground, Aerospace, Navy, Quds Force, Basij), command chain from Supreme Leader to branch commanders, economic empire controlling 20-40% of Iran's economy, and political power — with war-era changes since February 2026.

Source: iranwarroom.com — Read the full report

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