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Secret Files on Israel's Iran Plans Leak: Who’s to Blame?
USATue Oct 22 2024
In a twist that's causing ripples in the US government, two confidential documents about Israel's plan to attack Iran surfaced on social media. The FBI is leading the hunt for the leaker, with the Pentagon and other intelligence agencies joining the effort. These secret files, created by US defense agencies, show Israeli military movements and exercises, raising eyebrows due to their sensitivity. Investigators are trying to figure out who had access to these documents, suspecting an insider job rather than a cyber attack. The leak has sparked worry among officials, who are concerned about strained US-Israel relations. The documents' appearance online has set off a scramble to prevent more leaks.
Investigators are focusing on who could have printed the documents, as they were from officially printed briefing books. They're hoping to narrow down the list of possible leakers this way. The FBI has confirmed the probe and said they're working closely with other agencies. So far, there's no indication that more documents will be leaked.
The leak comes at a sensitive time for US-Israel relations, with Israel involved in several conflicts. Last year, a similar leak by an Air National Guardsman caused tension with allies. The FBI quickly found the leaker in that case, leading to a 16-year sentence.
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Is it possible that the leak was an inside job orchestrated by a foreign government to disrupt US-Israel relations?
Did anyone in the investigation ask if the leakers could have been aliens from Area 51?
What measures are being taken to prevent similar leaks in the future?
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