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Iran Sleeper Cells, Cyber Attacks, and US Security Concerns

CBN NewsJune 25, 20255 min67,464 views
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Iran's Threat to the US

  • ⚠️ Iran reportedly warned President Trump that it could activate sleeper cells in the US to launch terror attacks if its nuclear facilities were attacked.
  • 🎯 The FBI states that "assets are fully engaged" to prevent an attack, while Homeland Security acknowledges a "heightened threat environment."

Arrests and Border Concerns

  • 🚨 Federal immigration agents arrested 11 Iranians illegally present in the US, including an Iranian Army sniper and one found with a loaded pistol.
  • 📈 Counterterrorism experts suggest Iran may resort to sleeper cell attacks if defeated militarily, and some believe Iran has exploited the US's open border policies.
  • 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Reports from the Darian Gap indicate many encountered Iranian men, mostly English-speaking, military-aged, and not with families.

Hezbollah and Cyber Warfare

  • 🕵️ A Hezbollah sleeper cell, Unit 910, is known to be operating in the US, reportedly gathering intelligence on potential targets in New York City.
  • 💻 Iran has the capability and past history of launching cyber attacks on critical infrastructure, including water systems, and could target power, transportation, and financial systems.
  • 🔌 Experts warn the US is unprepared for devastating cyber attacks that could halt essential services like gas pumps and traffic lights, leading to recommendations for individuals to store food and fuel reserves.

Public Awareness and Preparedness

  • 💡 Experts emphasize the need for situational awareness (condition yellow) to guard against potential terror attacks, particularly around significant dates like July 4th.
  • ⚖️ There's a caution against a national witch hunt or abuse of Iranian Americans, many of whom have fled the Iranian regime.
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