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CIA Recruitment Drive in Iran Amid Rising Military Tensions

2/26/2026

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The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has launched a recruitment effort targeting potential sources in Iran.
This move comes amid a significant buildup of U.S. military forces in the Middle East.
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a possible military operation against Iran if nuclear talks fail.
Trump has threatened action if talks collapse or Iran executes protesters.

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The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has launched a recruitment effort targeting potential sources in Iran.
This move comes amid a significant buildup of U.S. military forces in the Middle East.
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a possible military operation against Iran if nuclear talks fail.
Trump has threatened action if talks collapse or Iran executes protesters.