"It's not implausible. It's probably more aspirational at this point. They've been showing an interest for years in putting drones and missiles on boats. Iran has experimented with ways to deploy missiles and drones from ships, including launch systems concealed inside standard shipping containers or mounted on vessels."
"The FBI obtained unverified information in February that Iran was exploring the possibility of launching drones at targets along the West Coast from a vessel offshore, but the timing, method, target, or perpetrators is unclear."
The FBI issued an unverified warning in February about Iran potentially launching drones at West Coast targets from offshore vessels, though timing, method, target, and perpetrators remain unclear. California Governor Gavin Newsom and local agencies quickly dismissed the threat as unsubstantiated with no imminent danger. Security analysts acknowledge the scenario is plausible but unlikely, noting Iran has experimented with deploying missiles and drones from ships using concealed systems in shipping containers or mounted on vessels. However, executing such an attack on the United States would require overcoming significant logistical challenges. The state's defensive capabilities against offshore drone launches remain uncertain.
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