Explainer 411: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

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Explainer 411: The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

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Apr 3, 2024

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Andrew Mueller explains who the IRGC are and why they are being targeted by Israel.
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Apr 3, 2024

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Presented by Andrew Mueller, Monocle’s flagship global-affairs show features expert guests and in-depth analysis of the big issues of the week. Nominated for ‘Best Current Affairs’ show and the ‘Spotlight Award’ in the 2022 British Podcast Awards.

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