UKNoticeOfficial ✓July 17, 2026· GOV.UK
First groups designated as threat to national security
What happened
The IRGC, IMCR, and the GRU Volunteer Corps have been formally designated as threats to national security. This designation was made under new state threats powers.
Why it matters
This policy officially recognizes these groups as serious dangers to the country's security. It signifies a governmental acknowledgment of specific threats requiring action.
Who it affects
- ›The IRGC
- ›The IMCR
- ›The GRU Volunteer Corps
Receipts
The receipts are official. The summary is ours.
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