"The Revolutionary Guard Corps is the official protector of Iran's revolution, with 100,000 troops divided into air, naval and ground divisions. It plays a large role in Iran's economy. Its international paramilitary arm, the Quds Force, is Tehran's main vehicle for supporting Shiite proxy forces."
American diplomat who served as the 71st U.S. secretary of state from 2021 to 2025. He previously held senior foreign policy roles as deputy secretary of state and deputy national security advisor. His public career centers on U.S. diplomacy and international security policy.