FBI bulletin warns California law enforcement of potential Iranian drone attack scenario, ABC News reports

What exactly did the FBI bulletin say Iran allegedly wanted to do?

According to the alert reviewed by ABC News, the FBI said it had acquired information indicating that as of early February 2026 Iran allegedly aspired to conduct a surprise UAV attack from an unidentified vessel off the U.S. coast against unspecified targets in California, contingent on U.S. strikes against Iran Коммерсант.… Raw Story Newsweek.

Did the FBI provide details like targets, timing, or who would carry it out?

No. The bulletin said authorities had no additional information on timing, method, targets, or perpetrators, and reporting described the information as uncorroborated/unverified Raw Story Newsweek Yahoo News.

How did California officials respond publicly?

Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state was aware of the information and indicated there was no “imminent threat,” while describing ongoing coordination and work on drone-related concerns through state channels Investing.com Yahoo News.