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FBI warns Iran may launch drone attack from boat off California coast — Oscars beef up security

·Los Angeles, California, USA

The FBI issued a warning to California law enforcement that Iran could launch drones from a boat off the US West Coast against unspecified targets. The 98th Academy Awards (Oscars) in Los Angeles tonight significantly beefed up security in response. California Governor Newsom said he is in constant coordination with intelligence officials. Confirmed by Variety and Times of Israel.

The FBI distributed a memo to California law enforcement warning that Iran could potentially launch drone attacks from a boat positioned off the US West Coast against unspecified targets on or around March 15, 2026. Variety and the Times of Israel reported the alert. The 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood tonight, significantly increased security measures in response to the FBI warning. Oscars executive producer Raj Kapoor confirmed enhanced security protocols. California Governor Gavin Newsom said he is 'in constant coordination with security and intelligence officials' and is not aware of an imminent threat but is not taking chances. The threat scenario — boat-launched drones off the California coast — mirrors Iran's demonstrated capability to use maritime-launched drones throughout the Gulf conflict. If executed, an attack on US soil would represent a massive escalation — the first Iranian strike on the American homeland — and would fundamentally alter the nature of the conflict.

Actor responses

IranNEUTRALRESPONSE

Iran has not confirmed any plans to attack US soil. However, the Islamic Republic has made clear that if the United States does not cease attacks on Iran, all US assets — wherever they are — may be targeted.

United StatesNEUTRALRESPONSE

The FBI has issued security guidance based on threat intelligence regarding potential Iranian drone activity off the US West Coast. We are taking all necessary precautions. Iran will face severe consequences for any attack on US soil.