Suspended sentence for a UK-sanctioned person failing to provide financial information
14/08/2025
Aozma Sultana, a UK charity director, has received a suspended prison sentence for failing to provide financial information after being sanctioned under the UK’s terrorism sanctions regime.
Key Details:
- Sanctions and Allegations: Sultana was sanctioned by the UK Government in March 2024 for her alleged financial support of Gaza Now, a news agency accused of promoting Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
- Regulatory Action: The Charity Commission launched a statutory inquiry into funds raised by Sultana and two companies she directs, Aakhirah Limited and Al-Qureshi Executives. These companies reportedly partnered with Gaza Now for fundraising efforts following Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel.
- Legal Consequences: After her designation, Sultana was legally required to disclose her financial information to the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI). She failed to do so adequately, often responding with “do not remember” or ignoring requests, which led to her conviction.
- Suspended Sentence: While she was convicted, the court issued a suspended sentence, meaning she avoids immediate imprisonment but could face jail time if she breaches conditions or reoffends.
- Disqualification: As a result of her designation, Sultana is now automatically disqualified from serving as a trustee or holding senior management roles in any UK charity.
References
Fundraiser convicted under UK terror sanctions regime avoids prison https://globalinvestigationsreview.com/just-sanctions/article/fundraiser-convicted-under-uk-terror-sanctions-regime-avoids-prison
Regulator investigates fundraising activity over links to pro-Hamas ...https://www.gov.uk/government/news/regulator-investigates-fundraising-activity-over-links-to-pro-hamas-media-outlet
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