Foreign Virtual Targeting
How foreign intelligence services are using professional networking websites, social media platforms, and job boards to target individuals
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Playing with Partnerships: Securing the Games
Take a look inside the International Police Cooperation Center (IPCC) facility - a command post stood up and led by the FBI with our interagency partners for safeguarding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, including law enforcement officials from more than 40 countries and all venue sites for World Cup games.
Director Patel Cites 'Staggering' Number of Fraud Arrests
At a June 23, 2026, press conference announcing healthcare fraud enforcement results, FBI Director Kash Patel said, "Fraud is no longer being tolerated, it is not being put up with."
Inside the FBI Podcast: My Mission Miniseries — Investigating Crimes Against Children and Human Trafficking
On this My Mission episode of the Inside the FBI Podcast, we’ll meet Dan Costin, a U.S. Army veteran and FBI section chief who leads the Bureau’s efforts to combat crimes against children and human trafficking.
News Blog
As millions of fans travel to the U.S. to attend this year’s World Cup matches and related festivities, the FBI is working hard around the clock and across the country to keep athletes, spectators, and host cities safe.
Stories and Podcasts
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06.24.2026
Foreign intelligence services frequently use professional networking websites, social media platforms, and job boards to identify and target individuals under the guise of consulting or employment.
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06.09.2026
Inside the FBI’s Kinetic Cyber Range
The Kinetic Cyber Range—a 22,000-square-foot indoor training environment on the FBI campus in Alabama—resembles a small town built for investigations.
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06.05.2026
On this My Mission episode of the Inside the FBI Podcast, we’ll meet Dan Costin, a U.S. Army veteran and FBI section chief who leads the Bureau’s efforts to combat crimes against children and human trafficking.
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06.23.2026
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Florida Man Indicted for Attempted Mass Shooting Targeting Jewish Victims
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06.17.2026
San Diego Resident Charged with Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Hamas
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06.17.2026
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06.16.2026
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06.15.2026
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06.10.2026
Statement from FBI Director Patel on Most Wanted Fraudster Arrest