In theory serving under the mandate of a revolutionary theocratic democracy, Iran’s military, in particular its elite Revolutionary Guards, command considerable economic and political influence in society and were key actors in the brutal repression of pro-democracy protests in 2009.
Armed Camps: Where Militaries Meddle with Democracy
The Egyptian military’s latest attempt to circumvent the results of national elections has stoked scrutiny of the top brass in Cairo. Global Spin looks at countries where the army is currently meddling in politics.