EU appears poised to sanction Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over protest crackdown

Associated Press (AP)CenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by By SAM McNEIL and JON GAMBRELLJanuary 29, 2026 at 08:23 AM

EU appears poised to sanction Iran’s Revolutionary Guard over protest crackdown

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The European Union is considering sanctioning Iran's Revolutionary Guard in response to the crackdown on protests. The potential sanctions stem from the EU's concern over human rights violations during the protests. The decision was discussed at a meeting of EU foreign ministers in Brussels on January 29, 2026. The sanctions would likely target individuals and entities associated with the Revolutionary Guard, aiming to hold them accountable for their role in suppressing dissent. The move reflects increasing international pressure on Iran regarding its handling of the protests.

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