Massive leak of classified U.S. documents from Department of Defense

On October 2, 2025, the Middle East Spectator reported a significant leak of highly classified U.S. government documents from the Department of Defense, dated January 2025. The publication has chosen not to disclose the contents of the documents due to their sensitive nature and legal considerations, but has shared the cover pages of the document sets to substantiate their claim.

The leaked files reportedly include information on strategic U.S. policy, details regarding Russian and American weapons systems, NATO"s positioning in Ukraine, and military bases in the Asia-Pacific region. According to the report, the individual responsible for the leak is seeking $3,000 for the complete set of documents.

This incident highlights ongoing concerns about the security of classified information within the U.S. government. For further context on related international developments, see recent developments regarding geopolitical dynamics in the region.