- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is reported to be posing a dangerous threat in the UK, involving the House of Commons.
- Mahmood designated the IRGC as a national security threat, while Starmer promised to fast-track a security act in Parliament.
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is accused of being involved in the detention and alleged attacks against journalist Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, prompting a response from the UK Prime Minister.
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What happened
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) is accused of being involved in the detention and alleged attacks against journalist Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, prompting a response from the UK Prime Minister.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.IRGC actions against journalist and UK PM's response to regime threats.1 source
Foreign Office appoints Burt as special envoy to address Zaghari-Ratcliffe's detention in Tehran.1 source
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The entities involved
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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
military organization to protect the political system of the Islamic Republic in Iran
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Keir Starmer
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom since 2024
- Peter Mandelson has been appointed UK ambassador to the US, amid revelations of his past links to Jeffrey Epstein and pressure on Keir Starmer from cabinet members.
- Burnham has succeeded Starmer as Labour leader and PM, appointing Pat McFadden to run the DWP and John Healey to oversee policy implementation, including PIP threshold changes.
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