Reports indicate that Sepah Bank, a major state-owned financial institution in Iran, faced a significant cyberattack recently, disrupting its online systems. While services are expected to resume shortly, fears over cyber threats have led to Iran's Cyber Authority issuing a directive prohibiting government employees, officials, and security teams from using mobile phones connected to public networks.

There are concerns that Israeli forces may be using phone tracking to locate and target individuals within Iran, including nuclear scientists. Israeli media outlet Channel 12 suggested that the ban on mobile phones for Iranian officials is a response to these fears.

According to reports from the IRGC-linked Fars News Agency, Israel has utilized mobile tracking to identify and eliminate high-profile figures in Iran. The outlet highlighted instances where mobile tracking was allegedly used for assassinations, emphasizing the need for officials to use secure, anti-tracking devices to prevent such incidents.

Following these revelations, a lawmaker in Tehran has called for military and government officials to surrender all mobile devices used by themselves and their associates to minimize risks. Meanwhile, Israel's ambassador to the United States hinted at potential covert operations in the future, suggesting that more surprises may be on the horizon.

In a previous operation, Israel reportedly disabled thousands of Hezbollah communication devices through a sophisticated intelligence operation, causing significant disruptions. The ongoing tensions between Israel and Iran underscore the growing concerns over cybersecurity and the use of technology in modern warfare.