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UK-HMTorganizationThe Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019Asset freezeDirector Disqualification Sanction

Is MALEK ASHTAR UNIVERSITY on a sanctions list?

Yes. MALEK ASHTAR UNIVERSITY appears on the UK Sanctions List maintained by UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UK). Listed on 10/18/2023.

Remarks

Malek Ashtar University is an involved person within the meaning of the Iran (Sanctions) (Nuclear) (EU Exit) Regulations 2019. Malek Ashtar University is or has been involved in providing support for and/or facilitating the proliferation or development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran, or an activity that could lead to the development of nuclear weapons in, or for use in, Iran. — Malek Ashtar University was listed pursuant to paragraph 12 of resolution 1737 (2006), as read with resolutions 1747, 1803 and 1929, as subordinate of the DTRSC within MODAFL. This includes research groups previously falling under the Physics Research Center (PHRC). IAEA inspectors have not been allowed to interview staff or see documents under the control of this organization to resolve the outstanding issue of the possible military dimension to Iran’s nuclear program. The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025.

Aliases (7)
Daneshgah-e Sana'ti-ye Malek-e ashtar·akaMalek ashtar aviation University Complex·akaMalek ashtar University of Defence Technology·akaMalek ashtar University of Technology (MUT)·akaMalek-Ashtar Industrial University·akaMalek-e ashtar Technical University·akaMalek-e ashtar University·aka
Addresses
  • Corner of Imam Ali Highway and Babaei Highway, Tehran, Iran

What does inclusion on UK-HMT mean?

Inclusion on the UK Sanctions List, published by the FCDO and enforced by OFSI, means UK persons are required to freeze the listed party's assets and refrain from making funds or economic resources available, under the Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018.

This explainer is informational only, is not legal advice, and does not describe the full scope of any restriction. Always verify against the primary source and consult qualified counsel.

Frequently asked

Is MALEK ASHTAR UNIVERSITY on a sanctions list?
Yes — indexed by Kleerance as appearing on the UK Sanctions List published by UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office. Always confirm against the primary source before acting.
How current is this record?
Kleerance re-checks the source every six hours. This page reflects the most recent ingested version of the list. The publishing authority's listing date on record is 10/18/2023.
Where can I verify this record?
Directly at the publishing authority: https://sanctionslist.fcdo.gov.uk/docs/UK-Sanctions-List.xml.