Iran designates UK’s Royal Navy, Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations — MFA
⟶ Iran has designated the United Kingdom's Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations. The Iranian Foreign Ministry also classified the British foreign intelligence service, MI6, as a hostile group.
Tehran also classified the British foreign intelligence service MI6 as a hostile group, the Foreign Ministry said
Why it matters
This action by Iran signifies a significant escalation in diplomatic tensions between the two nations. By labeling military and intelligence entities as terrorist or hostile, Iran is likely signaling a strong disapproval of their activities.