Iranian Women Volunteers Train With Firearms at IRGC Camp

Iranian women volunteers participated in military-style training at an IRGC-organized camp in Tehran’s Azadi Square, practicing with firearms, rappelling, ziplining and other exercises. Authorities describe the camp as part of a nationwide volunteer campaign that also includes emergency relief and logistical support, aimed at preparing civilians to help defend the country, including against a possible U.S. ground assault. The initiative builds on existing volunteer and optional training programs; women remain exempt from compulsory military service and are not being given professional armed-forces roles.