The UK Government has announced a full asset freeze against two individuals suspected of providing financial support for Gaza Now – a news agency that promotes the Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist groups. The pair, Aozma Sultana and Mustafa Ayash, and the companies and organizations owned or controlled by them, are now subject to an asset freeze in the UK, the UK Crown Dependencies, and Overseas Territories. This action is a significant move to disrupt the financial networks of terrorist groups and prevent funding being used to carry out atrocities.
Commitment to cut off funding sources to terrorist groups
The Treasury Minister Baroness Vere emphasized the commitment of the UK and its partners to cut off funding sources to Hamas, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and other groups supporting terrorist activity in the Middle East. The UK has been working closely with its international partners, particularly the United States, to deploy financial sanctions as part of a coordinated effort to prevent terrorist financing and protect the integrity of the UK’s financial system.
“The UK and its partners are committed to cutting off funding sources to Hamas, PIJ and any others supporting terrorist activity ”
Continued collaboration and commitment to sustainable peace in the Middle East
This latest designation builds on previous sanctions imposed on individuals and entities involved in arranging finance for Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad. The UK continues to collaborate with partners to identify further opportunities to disrupt the financial networks of these terrorist groups. Furthermore, the UK is committed to reaching a long-term political solution to enable sustainable peace in the Middle East, ensuring the safety and well-being of Israelis and Palestinians.
