A federal jury has convicted two men linked to an Iran-backed plot to assassinate Iranian-American journalist Masih Alinejad. The court found the duo guilty of conspiracy to commit murder for hire, revealing that the Iranian government had placed a $500,000 bounty on Alinejad, who has been a vocal critic of the regime. During the trial, Alinejad testified about her chilling experiences, including confrontations with would-be assassins. The prosecution presented evidence of ties between the accused and Iranian operatives, further illustrating the international scope of the case. The convictions highlight ongoing issues of targeted attacks against dissidents and journalists on behalf of foreign governments.