A shocking cyber threat has emerged just days into the FIFA World Cup 2026. An Iran-linked hacker group claims it hacked FBI surveillance drones and is now threatening the tournament, raising fresh questions about security at the world's biggest sporting event.
Hacker Group Handala Claims Access to FBI Drone Feeds
The group, known as Handala, claims it had access to FBI drone feeds used for counterterrorism operations and warned that World Cup teams and venues could be vulnerable. While security experts have challenged some of the evidence released by the hackers, the threat has intensified concerns amid ongoing tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel.
Geopolitical Implications for the World Cup
Could football's biggest event become entangled in a much larger geopolitical battle? The threat has prompted security officials to reassess measures, though no specific vulnerabilities have been confirmed. The group's statement, 'We Are Everywhere…', has added to the unease.
Watch the full report for the latest developments on this evolving story.
