The Trump administration launched an internal investigation after it was discovered that members of the National Security Council shared sensitive information regarding planned U.S. military strikes in Yemen with a prominent journalist. According to officials, messages detailing operational plans were sent directly to the editor-in-chief of a major media outlet prior to the strikes being carried out.
The incident reportedly involved private communications disclosing the administration’s intended response against Houthi rebel targets, following recent escalations in the region. The leak of strategic plans raised immediate concerns within the White House over potential national security risks and the exposure of military operations.
President Trump was briefed on the matter and ordered a full review to determine who was responsible for the unauthorized disclosure. Senior officials expressed frustration that highly classified plans were shared with the media while military personnel were preparing for the mission.
The airstrikes, aimed at degrading the Houthis’ military capabilities, were later executed as scheduled. However, the leak has drawn sharp criticism from defense and intelligence leaders, who warned that the premature release of such details could have jeopardized American forces and the success of the operation.
White House sources confirmed that disciplinary action would be taken if the internal review identifies any officials responsible for the breach. The administration also signaled that stricter security measures would be implemented to prevent further leaks of sensitive military information.