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Federal authorities today moved to shut down four internet domains used by the Iranian Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) in a shadowy campaign of hacking and psychological operations targeting people inside the U.S. The domains weren’t hosting flashy websites or selling goods – they were tools in a covert operation aimed at intimidation and likely worse.
The Justice Department hasn’t detailed exactly *who* was being targeted, but sources say the operation involved everything from online stalking to attempts at coercion and disinformation. Think digital harassment scaled up by a nation-state. The Middle District of Alabama is handling the forfeiture case, but this isn’t a local problem – it’s a direct assault on U.S. security.
This isn’t just about technical hacking. MOIS is known for targeting dissidents, journalists, and anyone perceived as a threat to the regime, even those living safely here. The seized domains were essentially command posts for these activities, allowing Iranian agents to track, monitor, and attempt to control individuals from afar. This move is a signal that the DOJ is actively pushing back against Tehran’s long reach.
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