An Iranian dissident has called on the European Union to classify the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. The advocacy comes amid ongoing tensions between Iran and Western nations, with the dissident emphasizing the IRGC’s role in regional destabilization and internal repression.
The IRGC, established after the 1979 Islamic Revolution, plays a significant part in Iran’s military, political, and economic spheres. While designated as a terrorist organization by countries including the United States and Israel, the EU has yet to formally classify the IRGC. The dissident’s request underscores mounting pressure from various groups and individuals calling for stronger international actions against Iran’s unconventional security force.
European Union officials have previously expressed cautious positions regarding terrorist designations, citing the need for comprehensive evidence and diplomatic considerations. The call from the Iranian dissident adds to ongoing debates within the EU about whether to extend such a classification to the IRGC, which could influence EU-Iran relations and policy measures against Tehran.