California has no clear defense against Iran's 'naturally stealthy' drones
FBI warned California of potential Iranian drone strikes from offshore vessels, but officials say the threat is unverified and unsubstantiated, though security experts consider it plausible though unlikely.
Calif. law enforcement responds to 'heightened risk' of Iran drone strikes
Bay Area law enforcement agencies are coordinating with federal authorities following an FBI alert about an unverified Iranian drone threat potentially targeting California.
Newsom says no imminent threat to CA of possible Iran drone attack; White House rejects reports
California Governor Newsom stated no imminent drone threat exists despite FBI warning of potential Iranian retaliation attacks on the West Coast using unmanned aerial vehicles.
SF mayor assures there's 'no imminent threat' after FBI report warns Iran aspires to attack CA
The FBI warned California police that Iran aspires to launch drone attacks against West Coast targets in retaliation for U.S. strikes, marking the first alert mentioning potential drone use.
Newsom says no imminent threat to CA of possible Iran drone attack; White House rejects reports
California Governor Newsom stated no imminent drone threat exists despite FBI warning of potential Iranian retaliation attacks on the West Coast using unmanned aerial vehicles.
SF mayor assures there's 'no imminent threat' after FBI report warns Iran aspires to attack CA
The FBI warned California police that Iran aspires to launch drone attacks against West Coast targets in retaliation for U.S. strikes, marking the first alert mentioning potential drone use.
Officials Throw Cold Water on FBI Claim That Iran Sought to Attack California With Drones
The FBI issued an alert to California police about Iran's alleged aspiration to attack unspecified targets using drones, but multiple law enforcement officials confirmed no credible intelligence supports the bulletin.
Iran May Be Seeking to Strike California With Drone, According to FBI Warning
The FBI warned California law enforcement in February 2026 that Iran may seek to launch drone strikes from Pacific vessels against unspecified California targets in retaliation for US military strikes against Iran.