Pentagon Releases Swath of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Files

May 9, 2026 • Google News World

The Pentagon has released a batch of previously secret files documenting reports of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAPs), also commonly referred to as UFOs. The files were made available through the Presidential Unsealing and Reporting System for UAP Encounters, or PURSUE.

According to the Department of War (.gov) website, the release includes documents from 2004 to 2021, covering a range of sightings reported by military personnel and civilians. The files are part of an effort to increase transparency and provide more information about UAP encounters.

The Pentagon has also released a statement confirming the release of the files, but did not provide further details on what can be expected in future releases.

Separately, former President Donald Trump made comments suggesting that additional batches of UFO files would be released in the near future. However, no official timeline or details have been provided by the White House.

The released files include reports from Texas dating back to 1948, as well as sightings from other locations around the world. The documents are available on the Department of War (.gov) website and can be accessed through the PURSUE system.

The release of these files marks an important step forward in the study of UAPs, providing more information for researchers and the public to understand this phenomenon.

Source: Google News World