UK Government Releases Updated List of Persons Designated as Terrorism Financiers as of 2026
Published on February 12, 2026, at 6:41 PM, the UK government has officially updated its consolidated list of financial sanctions targets, naming several individuals linked to terrorism financing and extremist activity. Officials confirmed that the measures include asset freezes, travel bans, and director disqualification sanctions, reflecting ongoing efforts to disrupt financial support for terrorism and safeguard national security.
Key Individuals Designated in the Updated List
The updated sanctions list highlights several individuals with alleged ties to terrorist organizations. Below are the details of those named:
- Nazem Ahmad: Born on January 5, 1965, in Sierra Leone, Ahmad was listed on April 18, 2023. Authorities state he has ties to Hizballah and is suspected of financing terrorism. His sanctions include an asset freeze, a travel ban imposed on August 29, 2024, and a director disqualification sanction on April 9, 2025. Officials reported that Ahmad controls entities such as White Star DMCC, Bexley Way General Trading LLC, Best Diamond House DMCC, Sierra Gem Diamonds Company NV, Park Ventures SAL, and The Artual Gallery.
- Mustafa Ayash: Born on September 18, 1992, in Gaza, Palestine, Ayash was designated on March 27, 2024. The UK government said he promoted Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad through the organization Gaza Now. His sanctions include an asset freeze, a travel ban imposed on August 29, 2024, and a director disqualification sanction on April 9, 2025. Officials noted that Ayash controls crypto wallets and the Gaza Now organization.
- Kieran Gallagher: Born on April 26, 1977, in Londonderry, United Kingdom, Gallagher was listed on November 6, 2025. The UK Treasury stated that Gallagher had been involved in providing financial services for terrorism and facilitating extremist activity. He was subjected to an asset freeze and a director disqualification sanction on November 6, 2025.
- Mohammed Fawaz Khaled: Born either on June 6, 1969, or June 6, 1967, in Homs, Syria, Khaled was first listed on May 9, 2013, with updates on December 31, 2020, and April 9, 2025. Officials assessed that Khaled traveled to Syria to engage in extremist activities on behalf of ISIL. He was subjected to an asset freeze and a director disqualification sanction.
- Gurpreet Singh Rehal: Born on November 12, 1991, in the United Kingdom, Rehal was listed on December 4, 2025. Authorities reported that he had been involved with Babbar Khalsa and Babbar Akali Lehar, organizations linked to terrorism. His sanctions include an asset freeze and a director disqualification sanction. Officials stated that Rehal controls Saving Punjab CIC, WhiteHawk Consultations Ltd, and Loha Designs.
Purpose and Impact of the Sanctions
The UK government maintains that these sanctions are necessary to disrupt financial support for terrorism and prevent individuals from using economic resources to promote extremist activity. By implementing asset freezes, travel bans, and director disqualifications, authorities aim to cut off funding streams and limit the operational capabilities of those involved in terrorism financing.
This update is part of a broader strategy to enhance national security and combat global terrorism threats. The consolidated UK sanctions list serves as a critical tool in identifying and targeting individuals and entities that pose risks to international peace and stability.
In related news, the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced on February 10, 2026, that 18 Nigerians had been added to its deportation list, bringing the total to 97 individuals set for removal. This action is part of a coordinated crackdown across several U.S. states led by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officials, targeting immigrants convicted of serious crimes.
