UK proscribes Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
The UK government has designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a threat to national security, making support for the group a criminal offense. This move, alongside the proscription of two other groups, follows new powers granted under the National Security (State Threats) Act.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in UK foreign policy and domestic security, aiming to curb the influence and activities of foreign state-linked entities on British soil.
Published 13 July 2026, 12:47 BST Updated 4 minutes ago Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has announced Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) will be designated a threat to national security.
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