President Joe Biden has expressed “deep concern” over the recent leak of classified documents detailing U.S. assessments of Israeli military plans to engage Iran, according to a White House National Security Council spokesman. The source of the leak remains under investigation, with officials yet to determine whether it resulted from hacking or an internal disclosure.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed the existence of the leaked documents, which reportedly outline the movements of Israeli military assets in response to Iran’s missile strike on October 1. Meanwhile, Iran’s foreign ministry has stated that the country stands ready to counter any potential Israeli offensive.
The documents, categorized as top secret, were intended for sharing within the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, which includes the U.S., U.K., Canada, New Zealand, and Australia. A White House spokesman stated that there are currently no indications of additional documents being leaked. President Biden is closely monitoring the situation, prioritizing measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
In recent weeks, Israel has deliberated on its response to Iran’s missile attack, with the Israeli defense minister warning that it would be “deadly, precise, and surprising.” The leaked documents, attributed to the U.S. National Geospatial Intelligence Agency and the National Security Agency, surfaced on social media, raising significant national security concerns.
Speaker Johnson emphasized the seriousness of the leak, noting ongoing investigations into the matter. The Pentagon has acknowledged awareness of the reports but refrained from further comments. Both U.S. intelligence agencies and the Israeli government have not yet publicly addressed the issue.
One document allegedly references Israel’s nuclear capabilities, a topic neither country officially acknowledges. Analysts suggest the unauthorized release may have been an attempt to disrupt planned retaliatory actions by showcasing the scale of these military responses.
U.S. authorities are investigating the possibility that a government agent intentionally leaked the information or if it was compromised through hacking. The leaked documents appeared to be based on satellite intelligence gathered between October 15-16, with titles suggesting specific military preparations for a strike on Iran and drone operations.
On Friday, President Biden indicated he has a clear understanding of Israel’s impending actions regarding Iran but declined to disclose any details when pressed by reporters.
