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Iranian external operations are attributed to activities conducted by the Islamic Republic since 1979, reportedly involving the IRGC-Quds Force and other state actors. These claims are characterized by varying levels of verification across different sources.
Analysts have examined reported structural tensions between Iran's regular military (Artesh) and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) during Operation Epic Fury 2026. While specific operational details remain unverified, these assessments highlight the complex dynamic between the two branches.
The Quds Force serves as the external operations branch of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), acting as the regime's principal instrument for overseas activities.
Reports from April 15, 2026, identify the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a key entity, noting that its Quds Force unit is generally understood to manage overseas operations.