The 98th Academy Awards face heightened security due to an FBI alert about a potential Iranian drone attack from an offshore vessel targeting California, possibly in retaliation for U.S. strikes.While U.S. officials stated there was no imminent threat, California law enforcement and Governor Gavin Newsom confirmed increased readiness and vigilance.Executive producers
Raj Kapoor and
Katy Mullan are collaborating with the
FBI and
LAPD to ensure attendee safety, with the ceremony proceeding as planned.