The Trump administration has shifted its diplomatic strategy, urging U.S. diplomats worldwide to persuade allies to label Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and Hezbollah as terrorist organizations. This directive, which emerged on March 16 via an internal State Department cable, highlights heightened threats and seeks increased global alignment on blacklisting efforts.
This push for international solidarity arrives as some allies express hesitance, with several refusing Trump’s call to aid in unblocking the Strait of Hormuz. As tensions rise, the administration emphasizes the need for swift action to mitigate threats and destabilize Iran-linked terror operations.
Officials assert that joint international pressure could be more effective in altering Iran’s behavior than isolated actions. Such designations, they argue, would curb Iran’s capacity to sponsor terrorism globally, aligning with President Trump’s broader vision for enduring peace in the Middle East.
(With inputs from agencies.)