Canada Lists IRGC as Terrorist Group

Canadian authorities denied entry to Iranian Football Federation president Mehdi Taj ahead of FIFA Congress in Vancouver.
Canada designates Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization.
Taj's IRGC commander role led to entry revocation.
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand confirmed entry was denied.
Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree criticized ties to terrorist groups.
Iranian delegation skipped AFC meeting in Vancouver.
AFC cited visa issues for federation's absence.
Conservative critic Michelle Rempel Garner questioned screening process.

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Canada | Iran

Anita Anand | Gary Anandasangaree | Mehdi Taj | Michelle Rempel Garner

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