Ex-CIA Analyst Jailed for Leaking Israeli Strike Plans

Asif William Rahman, a former CIA analyst with top-secret clearance, was sentenced to 37 months in prison after pleading guilty to leaking classified documents detailing Israeli plans for a retaliatory strike on Iran. Rahman accessed, printed, photographed, and transmitted these documents to unauthorized individuals in October 2024, during a period of heightened tensions between Israel and Iran. The leaked intelligence, which included assessments of Israeli military preparations, appeared on social media via the 'Middle East Spectator' Telegram channel and reportedly led Israeli officials to delay their planned response. U.S. officials condemned Rahman's actions as a grave betrayal that risked national security, allied operations, and the safety of American and allied personnel. Rahman was arrested by the FBI in Cambodia and extradited to the United States for prosecution. The case highlights ongoing concerns about insider threats and the challenge of protecting sensitive information.