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The EU says it is ready for a rapid and united response after cyberattacks attributed to Iran

The same spokesperson recalled that the Iranian Guards are already listed on the European Union's list of terrorist organizations.

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Key facts

  • No new measure was detailed on Tuesday. For the time being, the European position is limited to a readiness: to respond quickly and in a united…
  • The same spokesperson recalled that the Iranian Guards are already on the European Union’s list of terrorist organizations. This reminder places the…
  • The European Union’s foreign ministers are expected to discuss the issue at their next meeting, scheduled for Monday in Brussels. That is the…

No new measure was detailed on Tuesday. For the time being, the European position is limited to a readiness: to respond quickly and in a united manner, with all available tools, including sanctions, while Monday’s ministerial debate is expected to specify what the capitals will decide.

The same spokesperson recalled that the Iranian Guards are already on the European Union’s list of terrorist organizations. This reminder places the accusation brought by Paris within a set of measures already adopted against Tehran.

The European Union’s foreign ministers are expected to discuss the issue at their next meeting, scheduled for Monday in Brussels. That is the announced framework for examining, at the political level, what follow-up should be given.

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