U.S. Pentagon releases dozens of declassified UFO/UAP files

The Trump administration announced the release of a large batch of previously classified documents on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP), formerly known as UFOs. The declassification includes hundreds of photos, videos, FBI and NASA reports, and testimonies dating from the 1940s to recent military recordings over the Middle East and U.S. airspace. President Donald Trump said, “Americans deserve to see the documents and judge for themselves,” and pledged further releases in the coming weeks. The Pentagon clarified that many incidents remain analytically indeterminate and that no evidence confirms extraterrestrial life, emphasizing caution amid scientific scrutiny.

The disclosure has sparked mixed reactions. Researchers view it as a step toward greater transparency, while scientists warn that atmospheric effects, drones, or misinterpretations could explain many sightings. Politically, critics argue the timing may divert attention from other controversies. Adding to the debate, a newly registered site, aliens.gov, uses UFO imagery to promote anti‑immigration messaging, prompting documentary filmmaker Jeremy Corbell to comment, “I suspect the White House is using the American people,” and raising concerns about political manipulation of public curiosity about UAPs.