Iran's Revolutionary Guards Shift Strategy to Media Campaign Against Trump Ahead of US Midterms

As tensions escalate between Iran and the United States, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) appears to be altering its approach. Following attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz during a ceasefire, the IRGC recognized that former US President Donald Trump is willing to respond forcefully. A source within the IRGC, speaking to Channel 14 News, revealed a significant strategic shift aimed at reducing direct military confrontations with the US in favor of political and media efforts.

According to the source, the IRGC now leans toward seeking a cessation of hostilities with the US on the diplomatic front. They believe Trump understands that only the use of force can resolve the conflict, especially concerning the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Consequently, the IRGC plans to change tactics by targeting American public opinion ahead of the upcoming US midterm elections.

This new strategy involves leveraging oil prices to impact the average American financially, alongside exerting pressure on Gulf states. The IRGC intends to launch a media campaign against Trump, supplementing widespread anti-Trump sentiments expressed during the ongoing funeral ceremonies for Qassem Soleimani's father across Iran and Iraq. This shift reflects a broader attempt by the IRGC to influence US domestic politics and reduce direct military engagement.