# UK declares Iran's Revolutionary Guard a terrorist group

The UK has officially designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization. This escalates tensions between London and Tehran, aligning the UK with the US in this controversial move. The decision could impact diplomatic relations and financial sanctions significantly.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/video/newsfeed/2026/7/13/uk-designates-irgc-as-terrorist-organisation?traffic_source=rss) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:57:57 +0000