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UK Sanctions Two Iraqis Over Islamic State Financial Operations
Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®
Posted on March 27, 2026
2 min readLast updated: March 27, 2026
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Quick Summary
Britain imposed sanctions on two Iraqi nationals—Sami Jasim Muhammad Jaata al‑Jaburi and Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al‑Khatouni—for their roles as senior Islamic State financial operatives, including oil smuggling and revenue management; both now face asset freezes, travel bans, and arms emba
UK Sanctions Two Iraqis Accused of Islamic State Financial Operations
Details of UK Sanctions on Islamic State Financial Operatives
Background of the Sanctions
LONDON, March 27 (Reuters) - Britain on Friday sanctioned two Iraqi men for what it describes as their roles as senior Islamic State financial operatives in helping manage the group's revenue streams and supporting its leadership structure.
Individuals Added to the Sanctions List
A notice from the government said Sami Jasim Muhammad Jaata al‑Jaburi and Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al-Khatouni were added to its sanctions list for handling the group's money.
Sami Jasim Muhammad Jaata al-Jaburi
Sami Jasim Muhammad Jaata al-Jaburi was described as helping run Islamic State's finances and taking part in "several terrorist operations" when the group held territory, the notice said. He also took part in smuggling oil products.
Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al-Khatouni
Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al-Khatouni served as a financial officer for Islamic State, according to the notice.
Consequences and International Measures
Sanctions Imposed
Both, who are now subject to an asset freeze, arms embargo and travel ban, have entries on the INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice system.
Reporting and Editorial Credits
(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; editing by Sarah Young)
Key Takeaways
- •Sami Jasim al‑Jaburi oversaw IS revenue sources like oil, gas, antiquities and minerals, acting as a finance minister figure in southern Mosul and participating in terrorist operations.
- •Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al‑Khatouni managed Islamic State’s financial network across Iraq, Syria and Türkiye, facilitating fund transfers and recruitment since at least 2016.
- •Both individuals are subject to coordinated UK sanctions under UN and UK law, including asset freezes, travel bans, arms embargoes, and are listed on the INTERPOL‑UN Security Council Special Notice system.
Frequently Asked Questions about UK sanctions two Iraqis over Islamic State financial operations
1Who were sanctioned by the UK for Islamic State financial operations?
Sami Jasim Muhammad Jaata al-Jaburi and Abd el Hamid Salim Ibrahim Brukan al-Khatouni were sanctioned.
2What roles did the two Iraqi men play in Islamic State finances?
They acted as senior financial operatives, managing revenue streams and supporting leadership.
3What restrictions were imposed on the sanctioned individuals?
They were subjected to an asset freeze, arms embargo, and travel ban.
4Were the sanctioned individuals listed in any international systems?
Yes, both have entries on the INTERPOL-UN Security Council Special Notice system.