President Trump Releases Previously Classified UFO Files to Public Domain
May 23, 2026 • Al Jazeera
Pentagon Releases Additional Classified Files Related to Unidentified Aerial Phenomena
The Trump administration has made available a second batch of previously classified files related to reported sightings of unidentified aerial phenomena. The Pentagon confirmed that the material pertains to 209 incidents, which were documented in various locations.
According to the Pentagon, the released files are linked to these incidents, which have been officially designated as “unidentified anomalous phenomena” (UAP). The UAP designation is used by the US military to describe sightings of aerial objects or events that cannot be easily explained or identified.
The release of the classified files follows a previous batch made available in 2020. The Pentagon stated that the material has been declassified and is now publicly available.
The incidents documented in the released files were reported across different locations, with no further information provided on the specific details of each sighting. The Pentagon emphasized that the release of the files does not imply any confirmation or explanation of the nature of these phenomena.
The Trump administration’s decision to make the classified files public is part of a broader effort to increase transparency and accountability regarding UAP sightings. The Pentagon has stated that it will continue to review and analyze the released material, with the aim of providing further insight into these incidents.
Source: Al Jazeera