Senior Sunni Cleric: Sanctioning IRGC is attack on national sovereignty, blatant violation of international law

In an interview with Taghrib News Agency(TNA), following the EU’s recent decision, Rostami condemned the measure and warned that it would contribute to further instability in the international arena.
Rostami stated that the EU’s action is not a temporary or isolated decision but a politically motivated move with far‑reaching consequences. He argued that verbal reactions alone are insufficient and that a unified media campaign is necessary to expose the dimensions of what he called an irrational and dangerous decision.
The IRGC as a symbol of national sovereignty and public will
The representative of Kurdistan in the Assembly of Experts emphasized that the IRGC is not merely a military institution but a symbol of sacrifice, ideological defense, and national interest. He argued that targeting an official and deeply rooted institution amounts to an attack on the legitimate structure of the Iranian state and an insult to the Iranian people.
A dangerous precedent in international law and Europe’s moral
He stressed that this decision constitutes a direct assault on Iran’s national sovereignty and requires a “coordinated and strategic media response” at both national and international levels.
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From a legal perspective, Rostami described the EU’s move as a precedent that undermines fundamental principles of international law. He criticized the EU’s moral authority, questioning how it could claim the right to judge terrorism while remaining silent in the face of civilian casualties caused by the Israeli regime. He called this silence the clearest evidence of Europe’s ethical and legal decline.
The IRGC’s role in regional and transnational security
Rostami highlighted the IRGC’s role in regional stability, noting that even Western sources acknowledge that thousands of ISIS fighters—many with European origins or support—posed a threat to global security. He argued that the IRGC acted as a critical barrier against ISIS in West Asia, preventing the spread of terrorism into Europe and the United States.
Historical context and Iran’s right to respond
He concluded by recalling Europe’s historical actions against Iran, stating that European governments have committed numerous injustices against the Iranian nation over time. Therefore, he argued, the political, legal, and security consequences of the EU’s decision rest entirely with European policymakers. According to Rostami, Iran has the legal right to take firm, multidimensional, and deterrent measures—both militarily and legally—against the European states that spearheaded this initiative.