Iranian Agents Targeting American Officials

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The FBI is hunting Iranian agents who targeted American officials in revenge for the killing of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. Former Trump administration officials were monitored for threats. Protection costs for these officials were around $12 million annually.

Key Points

  • FBI is seeking information on Iranian intel officer Majid Dastjani Farahani
  • Threats of revenge from Iran for the killing of Qassem Soleimani
  • Protection costs for officials targeted by Iran are significant

Pros

  • Increased awareness of potential threats from Iranian agents
  • Efforts to protect current and former US government officials

Cons

  • Potential risks to the safety of targeted officials
  • Escalation of tensions between Iran and the US