FBI warned California of Iran drone threat to West
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- FBI sent an alert to California law‑enforcement in February, alleging Iran might launch surprise UAV attacks from an unknown vessel off the U.S. coast.
- President Trump told reporters he’s “not worried” about the threat, simultaneously bragging about a swift victory in the Iran conflict and hinting at new trade measures.
- Department of Homeland Security intelligence assessment says Iran and its proxies “probably” pose a targeted threat to the U.S., though a large‑scale physical attack is unlikely.
- Reuters and India Today World echo concerns of escalation, but India Today adds Trump’s aggressive rhetoric on trade and claims of war victory, showing a divergent narrative.
- Axios reports that the conflict is already pushing gas prices up, prompting Trump to consider tapping the strategic oil reserve to calm markets.
Why it matters: Iranian drone threats could destabilize West Coast security and trigger market volatility.
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