The FBI has heightened its surveillance of Iran-backed operatives within the U.S., according to a senior law enforcement source who spoke to Fox News on Friday.
The move comes as President Donald Trump considers whether to involve the U.S. in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran.
The White House confirmed Thursday that Trump will decide within two weeks on possible U.S. involvement in the regional conflict.
The administration emphasized that diplomatic options are still being considered.
CBS News reported that part of the FBI’s intensified monitoring involves tracking potential sleeper cells tied to Hezbollah, the Iran-supported terrorist organization based in Lebanon.
Hezbollah has been warned by Israeli officials not to enter the current hostilities.
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a direct message to Hezbollah, cautioning against any engagement in the conflict.
The message was intended to prevent escalation and deter further regional destabilization.
Kash Patel, the FBI Director, was recently seen at the White House in discussion with Interior Secretary Doug Burgum ahead of a bill-signing ceremony, according to Fox News.
The image, captured May 19, 2025, suggests high-level coordination on national security matters.
The increased domestic surveillance follows recent remarks by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. In