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Intel memo warns Iranian plots against Americans are advanced

Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton sent the warning to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday, saying Iran is intensifying efforts to target U.S. personnel abroad.

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  1. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorAn intelligence memo is circulating this morning warning that Iran has stepped up efforts to target U. S. personnel in the Middle East and other countries.

  2. Chip Darnell · U.S. News AnchorDirector of National Intelligence Jay Clayton sent it to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday, and NBC News reports it says the lethal plotting has reached, quote, advanced stages.

  3. Vera Bullock · Co-AnchorThe memo does not spell out where or how, and that is the kind of detail officials tend to keep close.

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