Summary
The European Union labeled Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a "terrorist organization" due to its role in violent crackdowns on antigovernment protests in Iran. In response, Iran criticized the EU, accusing it of selective outrage and increasing regional tensions. Meanwhile, the EU introduced sanctions against several Iranian officials linked to human rights abuses.
Key Facts
- The European Union called the IRGC a "terrorist organization" over its actions against protests in Iran.
- EU foreign ministers made the decision, highlighting the need to respond to repression.
- Iran's IRGC is an elite military group directly reporting to the country's Supreme Leader.
- The EU also imposed sanctions on 15 individuals and six entities for their roles in human rights violations.
- Iran reported over 3,100 deaths amid protests, while a separate human rights group noted over 6,300 fatalities.
- Iranian officials criticized the EU's stance as hypocritical, emphasizing their perceived bias.
- The tension escalates amid a reported U.S. military build-up in the Middle East.
- President Trump has recently issued warnings to Iran, citing its nuclear program and protest crackdowns.
