Iran claims it will target Middle Eastern entities associated with 18 U.S. high-tech companies

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The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps of Iran announced that 18 U.S. information technology and artificial intelligence companies, including Cisco, HP, and Intel, are considered "legitimate targets" for strikes, and advised employees and nearby residents to evacuate to ensure safety.

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2026-04-06 05:31:16

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Xinhua Tehran March 31 report　The Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps issued an announcement on March 31 stating that it will designate companies and organizations related to 18 U.S. information and communications technology and artificial intelligence enterprises in the Middle East region as “lawful strike targets.” These 18 companies include Cisco, HP, Intel, Oracle, Microsoft, Apple, Google, and others.

The announcement said, “It is recommended that employees of the above-mentioned institutions leave their workplaces immediately to protect their own safety,” and residents within a 1-kilometer radius around these institutions should also leave their homes and go to safe locations.

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