Multiple reports say Iran is using U.S. troops’ public social media posts to gain near-real-time information during operations. According to these accounts, U.S. officials warn that photos and videos shared online can reveal locations, movements, or the extent of damage from fighting, enabling Iran to make more informed assessments. One outlet reports that Adm. Brad Cooper cautions that this information can translate into increased risk for American service members. The reports also state that the U.S. military is considering additional measures to reduce the amount of sensitive information reaching adversaries, including potentially seizing or restricting service members’ cellphones. The overall picture across the sources is that authorities focus on operational security and the consequences of inadvertently posting information that could be exploited. While the reports do not provide detailed proof of specific incidents, they describe a broader assessment by U.S. leadership that public social media activity creates actionable intelligence for Iran and that new policy steps are under consideration to mitigate that risk.