# What’s behind Iran’s push for a mass mobilisation campaign?

https://mins.news/en/item/66309

- Al Jazeera, 2026-09-20 13:47 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2026/9/20/whats-behind-iranian-authorities-push-for-a-mass-mobilisation-campaign?traffic_source=rss

> Iranian authorities are promoting Janfada, a mass mobilisation campaign to train and arm civilian volunteers under the IRGC’s Basij militia. Officials have claimed that hundreds of thousands and later tens of millions registered, figures disputed by foreign-based activists. The campaign also covers rescue and social services, while teenagers are being brought into its ranks.

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