Mohammad Reza Naqdi
Overview of Mohammad Reza Naqdi
| ID | IRN0054 |
|---|---|
| Sanction Regime | The Iran (Sanctions) Regulations 2023 |
| Designation Source | UK |
| Other Information | The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025. |
| Imposed Sanctions | Asset freeze, Travel Ban |
| Last Updated | Apr 09, 2025 |
| UK Statement of Reasons | Coordinating Deputy to the IRGC Commander, formally Deputy Chief of the IRGC for cultural and social affairs. Also former Commander of the Basij. As commander of the IRGC's Basij Forces, Naqdi was responsible for or complicit in Basij abuses occurring in late 2009, including the violent response to the December 2009 Ashura Day protests, which resulted in up to 15 deaths and the arrests of hundreds of protesters. Prior to his appointment as commander of the Basij in October 2009, Naqdi was the head of the intelligence unit of the Basij responsible for interrogating those arrested during the post-election crackdown. |
| OFSI Group ID | 11784 |
What alternative names has Mohammad Reza Naqdi used?
| Name | Title | Name Type | Non-Latin Name | Alias Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mohammad Reza Naqdi | Primary name |
What are the personal details of Mohammad Reza Naqdi?
| Gender | Date of Birth | Town of Birth | Country of Birth | Nationality | Passport | Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 1952 | Deputy Coordinator of the IRGC | ||||
| Male | 1952 | Former Commander of the Basij | ||||
| Male | 1952 | Former Deputy Chief of the IRGC for cultural and social affairs |
Data Source
- The UK Sanctions List
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