Key facts
- The Defense Department has increased its counterintelligence threat assessment to its highest level.
- Israel is believed to have eavesdropped on U.S. negotiations with Iran.
The U.S. Defense Department has escalated its counterintelligence threat assessment to its highest level, citing concerns over espionage. Specifically, Israel is believed to have engaged in eavesdropping activities targeting American negotiations with Iran. This development signifies a significant increase in perceived threats to sensitive U.S. diplomatic and security discussions.