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Hackers Linked to Iran Claim to Have Breached FBI Director's Emails

Published March 27, 2026, 17:23
Hackers Linked to Iran Claim to Have Breached FBI Director's Emails

A hacking group allegedly linked to Iran has claimed to have gained access to the personal emails of FBI Director Chris Patel, publishing photos and details about him. The Handala Hack Team announced the success of the attack on its website. The FBI and the Department of Justice have confirmed the breach, but have not provided further details. The authenticity of the published emails has not been fully confirmed, but includes personal and professional correspondence from 2010 to 2019.