News Alert: In unprecedented move for the U.S., Trump administration declares elite Iranian military unit a terrorist organization

The move was announced Monday as the Trump administration looks for ways to increase economic and political pressure on the Islamic regime in Tehran. The designation of the Revolutionary Guards Corps marks the first time Washington has branded a foreign military a terrorist group. While the designation will have little immediate impact, it runs counter to warnings from U.S. military and intelligence officials that other nations could use the designation as a precedent against U.S. action abroad.

Democracy Dies in Darkness     News Alert Apr 8, 10:28 AM     In unprecedented move for the U.S., Trump administration declares elite Iranian military unit a terrorist organization The move was announced Monday as the Trump administration looks for ways to increase economic and political pressure on the Islamic regime in Tehran. The designation of the Revolutionary Guards Corps marks the first time Washington has branded a foreign military a terrorist group. While the designation will have little immediate impact, it runs counter to warnings from U.S. military and intelligence officials that other nations could use the designation as a precedent against U.S. action abroad. Read more » Advertisement You received this email because you signed up for news alerts from The Washington Post. Manage my newsletters and alerts | Unsubscribe Privacy Policy | Help ©2019 The Washington Post, 1301 K St NW, Washington DC 20071