Which military force in Iran is known for its traditional operations and frigate-sized vessels equipped with anti-ship cruise missiles?

The Artesh, also known as the Iranian Army, is recognized for its conventional military operations, which include traditional ground, air, and naval forces. It operates frigate-sized vessels that are equipped with anti-ship cruise missiles, playing a significant role in Iran's naval capabilities, particularly in the context of maritime security and patrolling its strategic waters.

The Artesh focuses on broader defense responsibilities, as opposed to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), which is more involved in asymmetric warfare and unconventional tactics. The IRGC has its own naval forces known for their use of smaller fast boats and swarm tactics, which differ from the conventional approach of the Artesh.

In contrast, the Regulatory Defense Forces and the People's Liberation Army do not pertain to Iran’s naval operations and are unrelated to the question regarding Iran's naval military forces specifically equipped with anti-ship cruise missiles.