Iran warns of zero restraint in response to Israeli airstrikes on its energy facilities amid escalating conflict
The ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel has intensified significantly, with recent military actions prompting major geopolitical concerns. In a harsh response to Israeli airstrikes on its energy facilities, Iran has issued a stark warning of "zero restraint" regarding any future attacks on its critical infrastructure. This development follows Israel's strike on the South Pars gas field, which serves as a vital component of Iran's energy exports, and subsequent retaliatory actions by Tehran targeting energy sites across the Gulf. The regional risk of further escalation looms as leaders from both governments signal commitment to escalating military strategies. Israeli Prime Minister... [Continue Reading]
US Justice Dept Seizes Iranian Domains to Disrupt Cyber Psychological Operations
The US Department of Justice has taken down four websites controlled by Iran's Ministry of Intelligence and Security (MOIS) as part of a broader effort to disrupt Tehran’s cyber-enabled psychological operations. These domains, including Handala-Hack.to and Justicehomeland.org, were used to spread stolen sensitive data and propaganda targeting journalists, dissidents, and Israeli individuals. By falsely claiming responsibility for hacking attacks, the Iranian intelligence agency sought to intimidate and silence opponents. Notably, the Handala-Hack.to domain was used to claim credit for a March 2026 destructive malware attack against a US-based multinational medical technologies company, underscoring a direct threat to critical industries. The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Mar 2026 22:15
EU Targets Iranian and Chinese Firms in New Cyberattack Sanctions
The European Union has announced new sanctions targeting private companies involved in cyber operations against Europe. These include Iranian firm Emennet Pasargad, responsible for cyberattacks on the French newspaper Charlie Hebdo and the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, and two Chinese companies, Integrity Technology Group and Anxun Information Technology, along with two associated individuals. These sanctions expand the EU’s blacklist to 21 entities implicated in cyber aggression. The move addresses growing concerns over state-linked private actors using cyber tools to disrupt critical infrastructure, manipulate information, and threaten the security of European institutions and public events. By targeting these companies, the EU... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Mar 2026 11:57
