Former FAA contractor Abouzar Rahmati has been indicted for acting as an agent of the Iranian government, DOJ announced. Rahmati, a naturalized US citizen, allegedly provided sensitive information about the US solar energy industry to Iranian intelligence.
Rahmati, 42, appeared in a Washington, DC court on Friday. The indictment claims he conspired with Iranian operatives and secured a job with an FAA contractor to access confidential materials. Reuters was unable to reach Rahmati for comment, and Iran’s UN mission did not respond to requests for comment.
This case highlights the importance of safeguarding sensitive information and the potential risks of foreign espionage. It serves as a reminder of the ongoing efforts to protect US national security interests. Stay tuned as the legal proceedings unfold in this intriguing case.