Iran reportedly designates UK Royal Navy and RAF terrorist organisations, calls MI6 hostile.
Tehran frames the move as retaliation for Washington’s designation of the IRGC.
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“Iran designates Britain's Royal Navy, RAF as 'terrorist' groups, report says”
Iran designates Britain’s Royal Navy and RAF as terrorist groups
Key points
- Iran's Foreign Ministry designated Britain's Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organisations.
- The decision followed Britain's designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organisation under UK law.
- MI6 was labeled a hostile group by Iran, effective 1 November per Mehr News Agency.
- The move was grounded in reciprocity and international law, the ministry said.
- Tehran accused Britain of supporting the US-Israel war against Iran via bases under British jurisdiction.
Other reports
- SourceHindustan TimesIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Hindustan TimesSourceHindustan TimesIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at Hindustan Times
- SourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Times of IndiaSourceThe Times of IndiaIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityRatings: AllSides, MBFCRead at The Times of India
“Iran declares UK navy, air force 'terrorist' groups, puts MI6 in hostile list”
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Tehran frames the move as retaliation for Washington’s designation of the IRGC.