US Links Iran to Presidential Campaign Hack

US intelligence officials assert Iran's responsibility for hacking Donald Trump's presidential campaign, aimed at influencing the American election. The FBI and federal agencies’ assessment spotlights Iran's determination to interfere with US democratic processes, echoing concerns over similar cyber threats from Russia and China. Iranian officials deny these allegations.

US intelligence officials announced Monday that they are confident Iran is responsible for the cyber attack on Donald Trump's presidential campaign. This brazen effort by Tehran was aimed at interfering in American politics and potentially influencing the election outcome.

This marks the first time the US government has officially attributed such hacking activities to Iran. The assessment, shared by the FBI and other federal agencies, underscores ongoing concerns about foreign interference, with Iran joining Russia and China as a top threat to US democratic processes. Besides attacking Trump's campaign, officials believe Iran also targeted Kamala Harris's presidential campaign.

Federal officials indicated that these hacking activities aim to complicate US foreign policy efforts that contradict Tehran's interests, sow discord, and undermine faith in democratic institutions. Despite these assertions, Iran's UN mission has denied the allegations and challenged the US to provide concrete evidence.

(With inputs from agencies.)