Iran intelligence minister warns West will face consequences for IRGC designation
Iran’s Intelligence Minister Esmail Khatib has warned that Western countries will bear the consequences of designating the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
Speaking on the occasion of the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, Khatib said the countries that have served as safe havens for terrorist groups have moved to blacklist the IRGC, as one of the world’s most effective forces in combating terrorism.
The European Union’s foreign ministers, in a hostile action on Thursday, announced their agreement to place the IRGC on the list of so-called terrorist organizations of the 27-member political and economic bloc.
Tehran has repeatedly highlighted the IRGC’s decisive contribution to defeating terrorism in the region.
The Iranian minister stressed that “these countries that take such actions against our system must be held accountable and will pay the price.”
“Iran’s authority, pride, perseverance, jihad, and courage are and will continue to be indebted to the constant presence of the people on the scene, but the West is always increasing its vulnerability with these hostile actions,” he added.
He pointed to recent public demonstrations of unity, including nationwide rallies and said the Iranian nation would continue to reaffirm its solidarity and ultimately celebrate victory in the face of external threats and pressure.
The demonstrations on January 12 came in response to days of foreign-backed riots, during which dozens of security personnel were killed in terrorist attacks.
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