The article discusses a recent hack targeting former US President Donald Trump’s campaign website, which was claimed by a group called “Cyber Rebels” and suspected to be linked to Iran. It highlights Iran’s growing cyber capabilities and its use of hacking as a tool of statecraft. Key points include: Iran has invested heavily in cyber operations, with a focus on disruptive attacks and data theft. The hack on Trump’s website was relatively unsophisticated but demonstrated Iran’s ability to strike high-profile US targets. Iran’s cyber capabilities are seen as a deterrent and a way to project power amid tensions with the US. The article notes that while Iran’s cyber operations are not as advanced as Russia’s or China’s, they pose a persistent threat. It also mentions Iran’s use of contractors and proxies to conduct cyber operations, adding an element of deniability.