Iranian Entity: Abdollah Nagash Souratgar

Entity Name:
Abdollah Nagash Souratgar
Also Known As:
Majid
Program:
Nuclear
Text:
In 2002, reportedly provided financial help for the purchase of 44 high-voltage switches that can be used to trigger a nuclear explosion from a German company, Behlke Electronic GmbH; according to German customs investigators, the switches were destined for Tehran; reportedly the brother of Eddie Johansson, a Swede of Iranian origin who allegedly arranged the purchase of the switches in November 2002.
Date Entered:
1/26/2004
Date Last Modified:
9/8/2004