The US Federal Bureau of Investigation has warned state and local law enforcement agencies of heightened threat from Iran against targets on US soil, according to an intelligence report reviewed by Reuters.
The March 20 document said the Iranian government is seen as a persistent threat to US military and government personnel, as well as Jewish and Israeli organizations and Iranian dissidents in the US. However, according to US agencies, no widespread threats to the population have been identified.
Despite warnings from intelligence agencies, US President Donald Trump has publicly stated that he is not concerned about possible attacks from Iran.
The report also notes that Iranian intelligence services have attempted kidnappings and assassinations in the United States in recent years, using a variety of methods, from armed attacks to cyberattacks and phishing. It also alleges that Tehran uses individuals with legal status in the United States to conduct operations.
On the night of April 8, the United States and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire.