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Kaveh Shahrooz explains Canada's decision to label Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps as terrorists, discussing the dual role of the IRGC, their connection to the downing of a plane, and Iran's lack of transparency. The episode explores the implications of this designation on the Iranian community in Canada and the challenges in Canada-Iran diplomatic relations.
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- IRGC functions as military and economic force separate from regular army, with dominant economic presence in Iran.
- Canada's designation of IRGC as terrorist org aims to pressure Iran due to terrorist activities and affiliations with destructive groups.
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The Role and Influence of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Iran functions as both a military and economic force distinct from the regular army. Established during the late 1970s, the IRGC's primary objective is to defend the Islamic Revolution rather than Iran's territorial integrity. It possesses its own Navy, Air Force, and intelligence agencies, exerting control through repression within Iran and involvement in external conflicts. Furthermore, the IRGC has expanded into a dominant economic player within Iran, with leaders heavily investing in industries like oil and construction.
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