Canada Lists Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a Terrorist Organisation
Canada has officially designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization, marking a significant development in the country's efforts to combat global terrorism. This decision comes after years of persistent pressure from opposition legislators and members of the Iranian diaspora. Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced the designation on Wednesday, describing it as a "significant tool in fighting global terrorism." The IRGC, a powerful military, political, and economic force in Iran, has close ties to the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. It comprises over 190,000 active personnel and operates its own ground forces, navy, and air force, overseeing Iran's strategic weapons. Through its Quds (Jerusalem) Force, the IRGC influences the Middle East by providing money, weapons, technology, training, and advice to allied governments and armed groups. Although Canada had previously designated the Quds Force as a terr
