Leaked US documents reveal Israel's plans to attack Iran

The United States government has opened an investigation into the unauthorized release of classified information Details about Israel military preparations for a possible attack on Iran.
A US official confirmed to the Associated Press the authenticity of the documents, which came from the US Geospatial Intelligence Agency (GEOINT) and the National Security Agency (NSA). These documents describe the continued movement of Israel's military assets in response to Iran's recent ballistic missile attack on October 1.
The sensitive documents, labeled Top Secret, were reportedly accessible to the Five Eyes intelligence alliance, which includes the US, UK, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. However, they were published online via the messaging platform Telegram.
U.S. officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, said they were not authorized to discuss the matter publicly.

Investigation of the leak

The US is currently investigating how the documents were leaked, whether through a deliberate act by someone in the intelligence service or possibly through hacking. Officials are also investigating whether other sensitive information may have been compromised.
As part of the investigation, authorities are working to trace access to the documents before they appeared online.
The leaked documents They come at a critical time as the US calls on Israel to capitalize on the elimination of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar and consider a ceasefire in Gaza. At the same time, Washington has warned Israel against escalating military operations in Lebanon, fearing a wider regional conflict.

What information was leaked?

According to CNN, the October 15 and 16 documents provide detailed insight into Israel's military activities and preparations for a possible attack on Iran. One of the reports, attributed to the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, highlights Israel's munitions movements and reflects ongoing preparations for a retaliatory strike against Iran.
The documents also reveal the US government's deep concern about Israel's military intentions and the possibility of further escalation.
One document, titled “Israel: The Air Force Continues to Prepare for an Attack on Iran,” describes military exercises rehearsing elements of the planned operation. A second document discusses Israel's repositioning of its missile arsenal in anticipation of Iranian retaliation.