UK Imposes Sanctions on Iranian Firms Linked to Nuclear Programme

Iran has said its nuclear programme is for peaceful purposes, but it has enriched uranium to levels exceeding that required for civil nuclear power. Ronald Zak/AP

The UK has imposed sanctions on 71 Iranian individuals and organisations linked to Tehran’s nuclear programme amid concerns it is developing nuclear weapons.

It follows a decision in August by the UK, France and Germany to revive sweeping UN-backed sanctions on Iran after efforts to restart diplomatic talks over Tehran’s nuclear programme stalled.