American embassies tighten security as Iran threat warnings intensify ahead of U.S. midterm elections

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence issued a memo stating Iran is in the "advanced stages" of planning attacks against Americans, according to DNI director Jay Clayton. The memo prompted the State Department to issue updated security guidance to American embassies worldwide. The timing of the security measures coincides with the 2026 U.S. midterm election period.

• CNBC — American embassies tighten security as Iran threat warnings intensify ahead of U.S. midterm elections

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