EU to list Iran's Revolutionary Guard as terrorists, Germany warns of rapid action

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Emma BusseyJanuary 29, 2026 at 11:41 PM

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The European Union is moving to designate Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, with Germany pledging swift implementation. This action coincides with a new round of EU sanctions targeting Iranian officials and entities due to the violent crackdown on protests since December 28 and Iran's military support for Russia. The sanctions target individuals and entities linked to the suppression of protests, including Iran's interior minister and IRGC commanders. The EU's decision reflects condemnation of the IRGC's role in suppressing protests with extreme violence, carrying out executions, and destabilizing the Middle East. Human rights organizations report thousands of confirmed and potential fatalities related to the crackdown.

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Reuters 30% Middle East 30% Russia 40% Human Rights Activists News Agency 40% Johann Wadephul ×250% Ursula von der Leyen ×260% Germany ×270% Iran ×485% European Union ×590% Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) ×595%

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