EU Designates Iran's Revolutionary Guards as Terrorist Group
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Firstpost•29-01-2026, 20:27
EU Designates Iran's Revolutionary Guards as Terrorist Group
- •The EU will formally list Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, confirmed by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on January 29, 2026.
- •This decision aligns the IRGC with groups like Al Qaeda, ISIS, and Hamas, marking a significant shift in Europe's diplomatic stance towards Tehran.
- •The move is a response to the IRGC's role in domestic repression, including a brutal crackdown on protests, and its military support for Russia in Ukraine.
- •Designation triggers asset freezes, prohibits financial support from EU citizens/companies, and expands legal powers for prosecuting IRGC-linked activities in Europe.
- •Critics warn of potential counterproductivity, arguing sanctions might empower the IRGC's shadow economy and risk escalating tensions with Iran.
Why It Matters: The EU has officially designated Iran's IRGC as a terrorist group, fundamentally altering diplomatic ties and imposing strict sanctions.
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