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EU Weighs Terrorist Designation for Iran's Revolutionary Guard

1/13/2026

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The European Union is considering designating Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, requiring unanimous approval.
A European Commission spokesperson noted sanctions on IRGC for human rights abuses and for supporting Russia.
Protests in Iran began December 28 over economic issues.
EU says it does not seek regime change but will support Iranian civil society, and it awaits a US announcement about an international peace board for Gaza.

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The European Union is considering designating Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, requiring unanimous approval.
A European Commission spokesperson noted sanctions on IRGC for human rights abuses and for supporting Russia.
Protests in Iran began December 28 over economic issues.
EU says it does not seek regime change but will support Iranian civil society, and it awaits a US announcement about an international peace board for Gaza.