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A US airstrike in Iran's western Kermanshah province has killed four members of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Aerospace Force, local sources confirmed. The attack took place amid escalating US-Iran tensions over nuclear activities and regional influence.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian congratulated Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri on becoming the new commander of the IRGC Navy. The president emphasized the force's vital role in national security and expressed confidence in Tangsiri's leadership. The appointment coincides with Iran’s ongoing efforts to enhance its naval presence in key strategic waterways.
The navy of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) on April 16 issued a formal warning ordering all vessels to avoid approaching the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically vital maritime chokepoints. The statement emphasized that the strait is under Iran’s control and that all transits must comply with strict security regulations. The warning comes amid heightened Middle East tensions and could impact global oil shipments through the vital waterway.
The commander of Iran's IRGC Aerospace Force called for sacred national unity against external threats, emphasizing cohesion amid regional tensions and the importance of both military strength and internal solidarity.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has strongly denied reports that former U.S. President Donald Trump had contacted Iran. The IRGC said there were no communications between Trump and Iranian officials, calling the reports baseless rumors.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it has struck 18 key U.S. military targets in retaliation for recent violations. The attack used ballistic missiles and drones, and the IRGC warned of further action if the U.S. commits more violations. U.S. officials are assessing damage and coordinating with allies.
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has called for a continuation of the policies of late President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on May 19. In a statement, the IRGC emphasized maintaining stability under Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and supporting national security and the goals of the Islamic Revolution. First Vice President Mohammad Mokhber will lead a temporary government pending a new presidential election within 50 days.
Iran's football chief Mehdi Taj insists the national team will only play at the 2026 World Cup in the US if the Americans guarantee not to insult the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), citing a recent incident in Canada where a delegation was turned away at the airport. Taj plans to meet FIFA leaders this month to secure such guarantees.
