Tehran:Iran has officially designated Argentina's navy and air force as 'terrorist organizations.' This move comes as a direct response to Buenos Aires' recent decision to classify the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) as a terrorist group.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, Iran's Foreign Ministry announced the designation through the state-run IRNA news agency. The ministry stated that this decision was made based on the principle of reciprocity, referencing legislation adopted in 2019, which was initially a response to the United States' designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry criticized Argentina's actions as 'hostile,' claiming they violate fundamental principles of international law. Argentina had designated the IRGC due to its alleged involvement in two deadly bombings in Buenos Aires during the 1990s, accusations that Iran has consistently denied.

The statement by Iran further elaborates that, under the 2019 legislation, countries supporting Washington's stance on the IRGC are subject to reciprocal measures. As a result, Tehran now considers the Argentine navy and air force as terrorist organizations. The ministry also warned that Argentina would be held accountable for any consequences that may result from this designation.

This development mirrors Iran's actions earlier this month when it labeled Britain's Royal Navy and Royal Air Force as terrorist organizations and classified its foreign intelligence agency MI6 as a 'hostile group' following London's measures against the IRGC.