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2026 Oscars Heighten Security Amid Drone Strike Threat

3/14/2026

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The 2026 Academy Awards, on March 15 in Los Angeles, will heighten security after the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned of an unverified drone-strike plan linked to Iran.
Event organizers, including Raj Kapoor, executive producer, emphasized collaboration with the FBI and local law enforcement.
No specific threats have been confirmed, but vigilance remains heightened.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is on alert, prioritizing public safety amid tensions.

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The 2026 Academy Awards, on March 15 in Los Angeles, will heighten security after the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) warned of an unverified drone-strike plan linked to Iran.
Event organizers, including Raj Kapoor, executive producer, emphasized collaboration with the FBI and local law enforcement.
No specific threats have been confirmed, but vigilance remains heightened.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is on alert, prioritizing public safety amid tensions.