Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton told Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a memo sent Friday that Iran has substantially increased efforts to target U.S. personnel, with plans against Americans in the Middle East reportedly at an advanced stage. The U.S. has ordered diplomatic personnel to leave and adjusted staffing at Middle Eastern embassies amid the threats.
WHO:Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton
WHAT:Jay Clayton warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a memo that Iran had substantially increased efforts to target U.S. personnel, with plots reportedly at an advanced stage.
WHEN:Oct 23, 2026
WHERE:Middle East
WHY:The memo responded to intelligence indicating that Iran had substantially increased efforts to target U.S. personnel.
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