Albania classified Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps a 'terrorist organization' and Iran a 'state sponsor of terrorism' on Tuesday, by decision. This decision came after Tehran recognized Albanian opposition-linked groups as terrorist. Albania, in response, took these measures to protect its national security and sovereignty. The decision was welcomed by many Western countries, which expressed solidarity with Tirana. However, Iran condemned Albania's decision, calling it interference in internal affairs and a political maneuver.
