Pentagon releases previously secret UFO files

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The Pentagon released a first batch of previously secret UFO files, some dating to the 1940s, with War Secretary Pete Hegseth saying it is time for the public to see them.

WHO: Pete Hegseth

WHAT: Pentagon released previously secret UFO sighting files

WHEN: May 8, 2026 at 10:55 AM ET

WHERE: USA

WHY: The Pentagon released the files to let the American public see what was previously hidden behind classifications.

How this story developed (showing 5 of 5 earlier reports)

Pentagon publishes first batch of declassified UFO files · May 9, 2026 at 6:02 AM ET
Pentagon releases UFO files on new website · May 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Pentagon releases swath of UFO files · May 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
Pentagon starts releasing new UFO files, says public can decide · May 8, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
War Dept. Releases UAP Files in Transparency Push · May 8, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET

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