§ Lord Hyltonasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether they have any evidence to show that Revolutionary Guards and other armed groups have moved into Iraq from Iran; and, if so. what representations they are making to Iran; and what other counter-measures are being taken. [HL2584]
§ Baroness Symons of Vernham DeanWe monitor the activities of all armed groups in Iraq, including those with alleged connections to Iran. We are in regular contact with the Iranian authorities, which are fully aware of the coalition's policy towards armed groups, and know that we will not tolerate any activity designed to undermine the progress of the coalition. The Iranian Government have stressed that they share our interest in peace and stability in Iraq. We have discussed ways to enhance security on the Iran/Iraq border.