Title: "Alert: FBI Warns of Potential Drone Attacks from Iran and Mexican Drug Cartels on West Coast
The FBI has issued a warning to California police departments about potential drone attacks from Iran on the West Coast in retaliation for American actions. The alert, received in late February, mentioned Iran's alleged plans to launch unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel off the coast of the U.S., targeting unspecified locations in California. The timing, method, targets, and perpetrators of the attack remain unknown.
This warning coincided with the Trump administration's ongoing conflict with Iran, leading to concerns about potential drone strikes by Iran in the Middle East. The FBI office in LA and the White House have not provided any comments on the matter. Additionally, U.S. intelligence officials are worried about Mexican drug cartels using drones to attack American forces near the U.S.-Mexico border, as indicated in a September 2025 bulletin.
Former Department of Homeland Security intelligence head John Cohen expressed concerns about the threat of drone warfare from both the Pacific and Mexico. He highlighted Iran's presence in Mexico and South America, emphasizing the importance of the FBI's warning for state and local law enforcement to prepare and respond to such threats. While the FBI alert did not specify how or when vessels carrying attack drones could approach the U.S. mainland, intelligence officials have been vigilant about potential pre-positioning of equipment in case of strikes against Iran.
In conclusion, the FBI's warning about potential drone attacks from Iran and Mexican drug cartels underscores the need for heightened vigilance and preparedness among law enforcement agencies in California and along the U.S.-Mexico border. The evolving threat landscape necessitates proactive measures to safeguard against potential drone warfare scenarios.