This was reported by Axios, citing a source close to the administration of US President Donald Trump.

It is noted that the American side is preparing for possible Iranian cyber attacks.

According to the publication, such a move is the most likely option for a retaliatory strike from Iran.

On January 3, the United States stated that Iranian General Suleymani was killed during an operation in Iraq. After that, Tehran announced an “act of international terrorism” and threatened to take revenge.

The Russian Defense Ministry, commenting on the assassination of the general, said that the short-sighted steps of the United States lead to a sharp escalation of the situation in the region.

Details are in the material RT.