The UK has designated Iran's IRGC as a national security threat. Here's what the decision means and why it matters in the fight against terrorism.
Everything You Need To Know About Threats Posed By Iran
American Jewish Committee (AJC) sounds the alarm on, and advocates against, the Iranian regime’s destructive and destabilizing role in the world, which includes repeated calls for the annihilation of Israel; support for terrorist organizations such as Hamas and Hezbollah; dissemination of antisemitism; violation of the JCPOA (the agreement reached in July 2015 with the five permanent members of the UN Security Council and Germany); expansionist interference in the internal affairs of other countries; and pervasive human rights abuses.
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What to Know About the UK's New Action Against Iran's IRGC
AJC Welcomes UK Designation of Iran's IRGC as Security Threat
American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, welcomed today’s decision by the United Kingdom to designate the Iranian regime’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a threat to national security under the National Security (State Threats) Act 2026. AJC has tirelessly advocated for UK government action to counter the IRGC. This new policy is an important step to address the Iranian regime's malign activities and weaken its ability to spread terror and instability.
What is Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Why is it Designated a Terror Group by the US, EU?
On April 1, an alleged Israeli airstrike near Iran's embassy in Damascus, Syria, reportedly killed seven members of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a U.S.-designated terror organization. Among those killed was a top IRGC commander, Mohammad Reza Zahedi.
The MOU Is Only the Beginning: AJC Global Expert Perspectives on the U.S.-Iran Agreement
Following the announcement of the U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), AJC has raised questions and concerns about the terms of the MOU, its implementation and long-term implications for regional security. While diplomatic solutions to conflict are always preferred, the agreement's ultimate impact will depend on whether it results in durable and verifiable commitments from the Iranian regime on its nuclear program, as well as broader behavioral changes. Read below for analysis and perspectives from American Jewish Committee (AJC) global experts.
AJC Statement on U.S.-Iran Memorandum of Understanding
American Jewish Committee (AJC) is deeply concerned by the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the United States and Iran that appears to surrender significant U.S. leverage upfront while deferring the most consequential and necessary Iranian concessions to a future comprehensive agreement that may never materialize. However, we urge caution at this early stage, as subsequent clarifications could significantly affect the ultimate impact of the MOU.
Courage in the Face of Tyranny: Masih Alinejad Live from AJC Global Forum 2026
At AJC Global Forum 2026, Iranian-American journalist, activist, and author Masih Alinejad shares her powerful fight against the Iranian regime’s oppression and censorship. Through years of fearless advocacy, she has become a leading voice for freedom, women’s rights, and human dignity—inspiring people around the world to stand up against tyranny and defend democratic values.
A Critical Milestone: AJC’s Advocacy Leads to EU Designation of IRGC as Terror Organization
Following decades of sustained advocacy by American Jewish Committee (AJC), the European Union announced its decision in January 2026 to designate Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist organization.
Iran and the New Middle East: Analysis From Joyce Karam, Brett McGurk, and Brian Hook
For decades, the Iranian regime has destabilized the Middle East, targeting Americans, Israelis, Arabs, and even its own people—while backing terror proxies, advancing an illicit nuclear program, and fueling global terrorism.
Why American Leadership Is Critical to Bring Peace and Cooperation to the Middle East
As a deal to end the war in Iran may be close at hand, the current environment presents the United States with the opportunity to foster a more connected and integrated Middle East. While Iran continues to hold significant leverage, this moment nonetheless presents a pivotal opening for Washington to pursue long-term policies that weaken the regime’s economic reach and deepen American engagement across the Middle East and beyond.
If Europe Wants to Help with Iran, It Can Target Its Proxies
For nearly five decades, the Iranian regime has exported terror around the world while brutally repressing its citizens at home. Today, Tehran’s rare moment of genuine strategic vulnerability has created an opening for Europe to play a more decisive role.
Ceasefire Update: Extending the Pause, Maintaining the Pressure
Militarily, escalation risks a broader regional war with potentially diminishing returns—drawing in Hezbollah, disrupting global energy markets through the Strait of Hormuz, and stretching U.S. assets across multiple theaters. Economically, the shock to oil markets is already evident even under current conditions. Politically, a prolonged war would be difficult to sustain domestically and internationally.
A Ceasefire Is Not a Strategy: What It Will Take to Turn the Israel–Lebanon Truce into a Turning Point
The direct talks and ceasefire announced last week between Israel and Lebanon present a historic opportunity for welcome de-escalation and a dramatically improved relationship between the two countries; however, as long as Hezbollah retains its weapons, along with the power to decide when war begins and ends, no agreement between the two governments will hold.
Urgent Joint Appeal to Bring Home American Hostages Held in Iran
The United States must be unequivocal: the wrongful detention or hostage-taking of Americans will not be accepted or sidelined. Our adversaries must recognize that harming Americans has lasting consequences, and Americans must be assured that their government will pursue their return with unwavering resolve.
Between Escalation and Engagement: U.S. Perspectives on Iran and Lebanon - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
Over a month has passed since the U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, and the region is now entering a new phase of negotiations and uncertainty. Facing the risk of further escalation, the United States and the Iranian regime agreed to a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire. Just two days later, against the backdrop of intensified Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah, the Israeli and Lebanese governments announced their intent to pursue direct peace talks.
Debate Iran War Without Blaming Jews
Across parts of the political spectrum, conspiracy theories about Jewish influence in American foreign policy have resurfaced. Commentators and influencers speak loosely about a “Zionist war machine” or suggest that American policy toward Iran is dictated by Israel or Jewish Americans.
After Islamabad: The Illusion of Easy Options
The latest round of U.S.-Iran negotiations in Islamabad ended without agreement. That outcome is disappointing, but not surprising. The gaps between the two sides were always going to be difficult to bridge, particularly on the two issues that matter most: Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium and the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
A Fragile Ceasefire: What Counts as Success
The ceasefire announced this week between the United States and Iran is less a resolution than a pause.
A Region at Risk: Arab Perspectives on Iran’s Escalation and the Path Forward - AJC Advocacy Anywhere
Nearly one month after coordinated U.S. and Israeli strikes in Iran, the regime has expanded the battlefield—targeting civilian, military, and energy infrastructure across the Gulf and beyond. Watch AJC's timely conversation with leading voices.
Statement on Reports of a Proposed Framework for Negotiations with Iran
American Jewish Committee (AJC) has seen reports of a proposed U.S. multi-point framework being circulated as a potential basis for negotiations with Iran.
The China–Iran Connection: What It Means for the Current Iran Conflict
Here is what to know about the China–Iran relationship and how it relates to the ongoing U.S.–Israel operation targeting Iran’s nuclear program.
