Cyber Drama: The Great U.S.-Iran Email Leak

Iran-linked hackers, under the pseudonym Robert, are back in the spotlight as they threaten to release more emails pilfered from Donald Trump's circle. Prior leaks, affecting significant Trump associates, stirred controversy ahead of the 2024 U.S. election, escalating tensions in a politically charged climate.

The hackers claim possession of around 100 gigabytes of sensitive emails from individuals close to Trump, including his chief of staff Susie Wiles and lawyer Lindsey Halligan. With talk of possibly selling the material, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi condemned the act as a severe breach of cyber security.

The U.S. authorities, including the FBI and the White House, vowed stringent legal action against those involved in national security breaches, as investigations continue. Despite previous claims of retirement, the resurgence of Robert comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions, evidencing a tactical cyber move amid the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.

(With inputs from agencies.)