Iran may be activating sleeper cells outside the country, alert says - abcnews.com
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An alert suggests Iran may be activating sleeper cells outside its borders, signaling potential foreign operations.
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An alert indicates that Iran may be activating sleeper cells operating outside its borders. This assessment, attributed to an unspecified alert, suggests a potential shift in Iranian foreign operations. The nature of these cells and their intended targets were not detailed in the alert. This development could signal an escalation in regional tensions or a strategic response to geopolitical events. Monitoring these potential activations will be crucial for international security assessments.
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