(70 page listing of active participants in IRGC structures)
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a force established to safeguard the Islamic Revolution’s principles, has evolved into a dominant power that extends its influence across Iran’s economy, politics, and military. The IRGC’s pervasive control has entrenched corruption, economic inequality, and diminished public trust, all while stifling innovation and international cooperation. Through mechanisms such as the Khatam al-Anbiya construction conglomerate and financial entities like Mehr Finance, the IRGC monopolizes key industries, leveraging preferential contracts and manipulating financial systems. This dominance ensures impunity for high-profile embezzlements and further isolates Iran from global markets. The systemic corruption, reinforced by the judiciary’s selective prosecution, exacerbates domestic grievances and international risks, presenting challenges that demand structural reform. Without such reform, Iran’s socio-economic and political stability remains under significant threat.
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