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Iranian hacker wanted by the United States arrested in Montenegro
IranUnited StatesMontenegro
First seen: Aug 21, 2026, 9:02 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 21, 2026, 9:02 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A person described as a prominent figure in Iran's hacking scene has been arrested in Montenegro while wanted by the United States.
SO WHAT?
The case reflects cross-border cybercrime enforcement and tensions involving Iranian-linked hacking activity.
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