Iran threatens to attack offices of IT companies
Security measures around the offices of major international companies have been tightened in the Middle East following Iran's announcement of possible strikes on «economic centres». Representative offices of such companies as Google. and Microsoft, International media reported.
According to sources, the Iranian authorities have warned of possible attacks in response to the escalation of the conflict in the region.
Which companies may be at risk
Offices are also among the potential targets:
Palantir Technologies
IBM
Nvidia
In addition to technology corporations, the following may be under threat large banks of the USA and Israel, operating in the Middle East.
Warning to the public
Local residents in some countries in the region are advised to keep a distance of at least one kilometre from the offices of large international companies and financial institutions.
Such recommendations are associated with the risk of possible attacks or sabotage against facilities that Iran may consider to be the economic infrastructure of its adversaries.
Context.
The Iranian authorities have previously stated that in case of further escalation of the conflict, the response may be directed not only at military facilities, but also at economic interests of the USA and Israel in the region.
Experts warn that attacks on technology centres or banks could have a significant impact on international companies and financial markets in the region.
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