Pentagon Raises Israel Counterintelligence Threat Level to Highest Rating

The Pentagon has raised its counterintelligence threat assessment for Israel to the highest level, citing concerns that the close U.S. ally has stepped up efforts to spy on American officials. The assessment appears in an internal memo that says Israel may be monitoring senior U.S. officials to obtain information about internal deliberations on the war with Iran.

NBC reported the existence of the memo, citing two current U.S. officials and one former official.

Background on the Assessment The memo marks an increase from previous threat levels assigned to Israel in Pentagon counterintelligence reviews. The report does not detail specific methods or individuals allegedly targeted. No public statement from the Pentagon or the Israeli government has been issued in response to the NBC report.