Pentagon Releases New UFO Files

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  • June 12, 2026 at 2:15 PM ET
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Key Takeaways

The Pentagon released its third batch of previously classified UFO files, featuring reports of mysterious lights and objects in the U.S. and Zimbabwe.

  • Reports include glowing orbs in the northeastern U.S., a disc-like object over Harare International Airport, and an angular object in Colorado Springs
  • The FBI investigated sightings but made no definitive determinations
  • Critics argue the releases lack concrete evidence and fuel speculation

Source Claims Check

2 Differences Found
All 3 publishers report consistent facts across 2 key claims. 2 points of difference noted.
ClaimStatusReason
Angular Object In Colorado Springs1 DifferenceThe Guardian reports sunlight reflection, while dailymail.com and Reuters cite unresolved incidents
Pentagon's Transparency Efforts1 DifferenceReuters supports transparency, while The Guardian reports critical views
Ufo Sightings In Northeastern UsBroad AgreementGlowing orbs reported by multiple witnesses
Disc-like Object Over Harare International AirportBroad AgreementReported as having rotating lights and beams
Angular Object In Colorado Springs
The Guardian reports sunlight reflection, while dailymail.com and Reuters cite unresolved incidents
Pentagon's Transparency Efforts
Reuters supports transparency, while The Guardian reports critical views
Ufo Sightings In Northeastern Us
Broad Agreement
Glowing orbs reported by multiple witnesses
Disc-like Object Over Harare International Airport
Broad Agreement
Reported as having rotating lights and beams
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The Pentagon released its third tranche of previously classified files on alleged UFO sightings on Friday. According to three major outlets, these reports include glowing orbs seen in the northeastern United States, a disc-like object over Harare International Airport in Zimbabwe, and an angular object resembling a 'non-symmetrical potato' observed by military personnel in Colorado Springs.

The latest batch of 72 files from the FBI, CIA, and Pentagon includes testimony, videos, and artistic depictions. Reports from several entries refer to sphere or orb sightings in the same general U.S. Northeast location. One file cites FBI interviews with two people who reported seeing an intense bright light in their backyard one evening.

The reports describe a red sphere about three feet wide containing a 'white plasma sun' at its center, according to Reuters. The people noticed a second orb tethered to the first as they moved away. Additionally, the FBI report mentioned several white orbs flying over the house at higher altitudes a few weeks later.

The Pentagon has stated that these releases are part of their commitment to transparency amid ongoing debates about extraterrestrial life. However, critics argue that the files lack concrete evidence and serve only to fuel speculation and conspiracy theories.

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