al-Kaniyat
Overview of al-Kaniyat
| ID | LIB0074 |
|---|---|
| Sanction Regime | The Libya (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020 |
| Designation Source | UK |
| Other Information | The Director Disqualification Sanction was imposed on 09/04/2025. |
| Imposed Sanctions | Asset freeze |
| Last Updated | Apr 09, 2025 |
| UK Statement of Reasons | The al-Kaniyat milita is designated on the basis that there are reasonable grounds to suspect that the militia has committed serious human rights abuses and committed violations of international humanitarian law. There are reasonable grounds to suspect that the al-Kaniyat militia was responsible for enforced disappearances, torture and killings which resulted in eight mass graves being uncovered in Tahouna. There are reasonable grounds to suspect that the militia has been involved in activities that threatened the peace, stability, and security of Libya and undermined its transition to a democratic, peaceful and independent country. |
| OFSI Group ID | 14107 |
What alternative names has al-Kaniyat used?
| Name | Title | Name Type | Non-Latin Name | Alias Strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| al-Kaniyat | Primary name | |||
| 7th Brigade | Alias | |||
| 9th Brigade | Alias | |||
| Al-Kani militia | Alias | |||
| Kani Brigade | Alias | |||
| Kaniat | Alias | |||
| Kanyat | Alias | |||
| Tarhuna 7th Brigade | Alias | |||
| Tarhuna Brigade | Alias |
Where is al-Kaniyat located?
| Address | Postal Code | Country | Email Address | Phone Number | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Libya |
Data Source
- The UK Sanctions List
A list maintained by the UK Government that identifies individuals and entities subject to financial sanctions. The list includes information on the reasons for the sanctions and the restrictions that apply. - license: CC0