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Source: https://www.state.gov/sanctioning-iranian-intelligence-affiliates-for-targeting-dissidents-abroad/
Sanctioning Iranian Intelligence Affiliates for Targeting Dissidents Abroad
(U.S. State Department) Secretary of State Antony Blinken - Iran's attempt to kidnap a U.S. citizen on U.S. soil because she used her freedom of speech to criticize the Iranian government is unacceptable and an egregious violation of fundamental international norms. Beyond this specific plot, the United States remains aware of ongoing Iranian interest in targeting other American citizens, including current and former U.S. officials. We will not tolerate efforts to intimidate independent journalists or silence their voices. We will hold those responsible to account. And we will not tolerate any attacks on U.S. citizens, here or abroad.