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Ukraine Labels Iran's IRGC as Terrorists Amid EU Support

2/3/2026

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Ukraine designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization on February 2, per President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Zelenskyy said the European Union is moving toward a similar designation over Iran's support for Russia, including drones.
Iran labeled the European Union's armed forces as terrorist organizations.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul defended the EU's designation of the IRGC, citing its role in suppressing protests and exporting terrorism.

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Ukraine designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization on February 2, per President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Zelenskyy said the European Union is moving toward a similar designation over Iran's support for Russia, including drones.
Iran labeled the European Union's armed forces as terrorist organizations.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul defended the EU's designation of the IRGC, citing its role in suppressing protests and exporting terrorism.