Iran operates a deliberately complex military structure, which keeps the IRGC separate from the regular army (Artesh) and is designed to prevent coups and absorb shocks.
Al Jazeera's Ali Hashem breaks down Iran's military. pic.twitter.com/ar4YPIqvNf
— Al Jazeera English (@AJEnglish) March 17, 2026
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