Dominican Republic Designates Iran's IRGC and Hezbollah as Terrorist Organizations
The Dominican Republic has officially designated Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah as terrorist organizations. This significant diplomatic move was announced by the Dominican Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Santo Domingo. The government stated that the decision aligns with relevant resolutions from the United Nations Security Council, the Inter-American Convention against Terrorism, and existing Dominican legal frameworks. Despite this stringent designation, Iran continues to maintain diplomatic representation for the Dominican Republic through its embassy located in Cuba. The mission is currently headed by Ambassador Seyed Mohammad Hadi Sobhani, who formally presented his credentials to Dominican President Luis Abinader in December 2024. This action marks a notable shift in the Caribbean nation's stance towards these specific entities, reinforcing its commitment to international counter-terrorism standards while navigating complex diplomatic relationships. The designation places the Dominican Republic among nations that have formally recognized these groups as threats to global security, potentially impacting future bilateral interactions and regional security cooperation.
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