In a significant diplomatic move, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has formally called upon the European Union to classify Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps as a terrorist organization. The appeal was made during a meeting with German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt on Sunday, January 11, 2026.
Saar took to social media platform X to publicly announce his position, stating he had explicitly conveyed to Minister Dobrindt that the current geopolitical climate necessitates immediate action from EU member states. The Israeli diplomat emphasized that designating the Iranian military force as a terrorist entity represents an urgent priority for regional security.
The development occurs amid growing international concern over Iran’s alleged use of violence against domestic protesters. Multiple human rights organizations have documented suspected instances of state-sponsored suppression of dissent within the Islamic republic, though Iranian authorities have consistently denied these allegations.
Germany has historically maintained support for such designation, and Saar noted that recent events have made the necessity of this measure apparent to a broader international audience. The Israeli government believes coordinated European action against Iran’s Revolutionary Guards would significantly impact Tehran’s military capabilities and regional influence.
This diplomatic initiative reflects escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, with potential implications for Middle Eastern geopolitics and EU-Iran relations. The European Union has yet to issue an official response regarding whether it will consider Israel’s formal request.