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.
