Britain set to classify the Revolutionary Guard as a terrorist organization within weeks
April 25, 2026779 ViewsRead Time: 2 Minutes
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Keir Starmer announced that his government will begin legislative steps to ban the Revolutionary Guard, with the law to be introduced within weeks as the new parliamentary session begins.
Escalating security threats push London to tighten its stance on Iran
The decision came after warnings about the increasing use of proxies by Tehran to carry out attacks. Starmer emphasized the need for legal tools to deal with "malicious state actors" more effectively.
Attacks on Jewish targets in London accelerate government action
The move was hastened following a series of attacks targeting Jewish sites, including the throwing of incendiary bombs at a synagogue in northwest London and other attempted attacks in various areas of the capital.
Political pressure and security criticisms expedite the classification decision
The government faced criticism from former security officials for "strategic hesitation," while Priti Patel confirmed that Britain has lagged behind its allies, calling for immediate action.
The upcoming legislation to be included in the King's speech in May
According to The Telegraph, the bill will be included in the anticipated King's speech, paving the way for swift passage with support from the opposition, which has pledged to back it.
Police link the attacks to Iran-backed groups
Counter-terrorism investigations indicate a connection between the groups carrying out the attacks and the Iranian regime, relying on recruiting individuals online for money, without requiring clear ideological motives.
