Iran slams ‘selective outrage’ after EU labels IRGC a ‘terrorist’ group

Al JazeeraEN 3 min read 100% complete by Al Jazeera StaffJanuary 29, 2026 at 07:58 PM

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In January 2026, the European Union designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist organization" in response to the deadly crackdown on anti-government protests. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated this action was a decisive step against repression. The EU also announced sanctions against 15 individuals and six entities allegedly responsible for human rights violations in Iran. Iranian authorities condemned the EU measures as illogical and irresponsible. The protests, sparked by socioeconomic issues, have resulted in thousands of deaths, with conflicting reports on the exact number. The EU's actions aim to send a strong political message to Tehran regarding its handling of the protests.

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