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The U.S. designated Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as what in 2019?
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A terrorist organization
Quiz Options
- A terrorist organization
- A humanitarian relief agency
- A cultural exchange partner
- A security ally
Explanation & Context
In April 2019, the Trump administration designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), a major part of Iran's military, as a foreign terrorist organization, a significant escalation of U.S. policy.
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