The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has issued a fresh national terrorism alert, cautioning that recent American airstrikes targeting Iran’s nuclear program may spark retaliation over the next three months.
In a bulletin released Sunday, DHS signaled that the threat environment across the country has intensified. The department specifically warned of possible cyberattacks and violent acts by individuals or groups influenced by Iran’s government or ideology.
Officials say the situation has created the kind of environment where domestic extremists might feel emboldened. One concern: Iran could issue a religious edict encouraging retaliatory attacks on U.S. soil, which could fuel independent actors to carry out violence without formal coordination.
The agency pointed to a history of U.S.-based incidents tied to anti-Israel or anti-Semitic motives, suggesting that ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran could be a catalyst for further threats.
While there’s no specific or credible threat at this time, the bulletin makes clear that federal agencies are ramping up monitoring efforts, with officials urging vigilance from law enforcement and the public alike.
