The Military of Iran, known as the Islamic Republic of Iran Armed Forces, consists of two main branches: the Regular Army and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The Regular Army focuses on conventional warfare, while the IRGC is tasked with protecting the Islamic regime and has significant influence in domestic and foreign policy. Iran's military capabilities include a range of ground, air, and naval forces, along with a developing missile program. The country emphasizes self-sufficiency in defense production and has engaged in various regional conflicts, asserting its influence in the Middle East through proxy groups and alliances.