"Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise attack using Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) from an unidentified vessel off the coast of the United States homeland, specifically against unspecified targets in California, in the event the U.S. conducted strikes against Iran. We have no additional information on the timing, method, target, or perpetrators of this alleged attack."
"We've been aware of that information. ... It's all about a posture of preparedness for worst-case scenarios. Drone issues have always been top of mind."
"No such threat from Iran to our homeland exists, and it never did. The message to law enforcement was a tip based on unverified intelligence."
The FBI issued an alert to police departments warning of unverified information suggesting Iran could conduct a surprise drone attack on California targets using unmanned aerial vehicles from an offshore vessel in retaliation for U.S. strikes against Iran. Governor Newsom stated there is no imminent threat and emphasized preparedness for worst-case scenarios. The White House Press Secretary clarified the alert was based on unverified intelligence and stated no actual threat from Iran exists. President Trump indicated the matter is under investigation. Los Angeles and San Francisco police departments confirmed they are monitoring world events and coordinating with state and federal authorities regarding potential risks to their cities.
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