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Iran summons Italian ambassador over push for EU clampdown on Revolutionary Guards, state media says
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Posted on January 27, 2026
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Iran summons Italy's ambassador over efforts to list Revolutionary Guards as terrorists, warning of potential consequences.
Iran Calls Italian Ambassador Amid EU Terrorist Listing Debate
Iran's Response to Italy's EU Proposal
DUBAI, Jan 27 (Reuters) - Iran's foreign ministry summoned Italy's ambassador over Rome's efforts to place the Revolutionary Guards on the European Union's terrorist register, state media reported on Tuesday.
Warnings from Iran's Foreign Ministry
Iran's foreign ministry warned of the "destructive consequences" of any labelling against the Revolutionary Guards and called upon the Italian foreign minister to "correct his ill-considered approaches toward Iran," the media report said.
Implications of the Revolutionary Guards Listing
(Reporting by Dubai Newsroom; Editing by Andrew Heavens)
Key Takeaways
- •Iran's foreign ministry summoned Italy's ambassador.
- •Italy pushes for EU to list Revolutionary Guards as terrorists.
- •Iran warns of destructive consequences of the listing.
- •Iran urges Italy to reconsider its stance.
- •The diplomatic tension highlights EU-Iran relations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Iran summons Italian ambassador over push for EU clampdown on Revolutionary Guards, state media says
1What is the Revolutionary Guards?
The Revolutionary Guards, officially known as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), is a branch of Iran's armed forces, established after the Iranian Revolution to protect the country's Islamic Republic system.
2What is the European Union's role in terrorism designations?
The European Union can designate organizations as terrorists, which allows member states to impose sanctions, restrict funding, and take legal actions against those entities.
