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Control, Alt, Influence: The Potential for US Cyber Operations in Iran

U.S. policymakers are weighing offensive cyber operations against Iran if diplomatic talks on the nuclear program collapse, positioning cyber as a central element of joint military action rather than a peripheral tool. Recent Senate testimony and statements from US Cyber Command leadership underscore that cyber capabilities will be deployed in a repeatable, sustainable manner alongside kinetic strikes. Potential targets include Iran’s early‑warning radars, command‑and‑control networks, and critical administrative infrastructure to create operational friction and raise IRGC costs. However, limited resources and the need for clear political objectives constrain how broadly these tools can be applied.