The Armed Forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran consist of two main branches: the Regular Army (Artesh) and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Artesh is responsible for conventional military operations, while the IRGC focuses on protecting the Islamic Republic's political system and has its own ground, naval, and air forces. The Iranian military is tasked with defending the country's sovereignty and territorial integrity. It also plays a significant role in regional security and has been involved in various conflicts and operations, both domestically and abroad, often in support of allied groups in the region.