The Department of War has declassified a report from 2020 detailing an unresolved unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP) encounter in the Middle East. The document, released under the PURSUE policy framework, was processed by the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) and the Office of the Secretary of Defense. The report does not identify the object or provide a conclusive explanation.
According to the declassified file, the incident occurred in 2020 at an undisclosed location in the Middle East. The platform involved was a military aircraft operating in the region, though the specific type is not named. The sensor recorded the object over a period of several minutes, capturing both visual and radar data. The report notes that the object exhibited flight characteristics not typical of known aircraft, including sustained high speeds and abrupt directional changes without visible means of propulsion.
The filename of the release indicates it is designated as PR42 under the Department of War’s UAP reporting system. The document is classified as an unresolved report, meaning that after initial analysis, the object could not be identified as any known platform or natural phenomenon. The report does not state whether the object posed a direct threat to the platform or personnel.
The PURSUE policy framework, established by the Department of War, mandates the collection and analysis of UAP reports from military sources. AARO, which oversees the process, has prioritized the declassification of older reports to increase transparency. This release is part of a broader effort to provide the public with information on UAP encounters while protecting sensitive operational details.
The report includes technical data from the sensor, such as the object’s estimated speed, altitude, and trajectory. However, specific numerical values have been redacted to prevent disclosure of sensor capabilities. The document also notes that the object did not emit any detectable electronic signals or communications, ruling out certain types of known aircraft or drones.
Moving forward, AARO may request additional data from the unit involved, including maintenance logs and crew interviews. The office can also task other intelligence agencies to search for corroborating sensor data from satellites or ground-based systems. AARO’s analysis will continue as new information becomes available, and further declassifications are expected under the PURSUE policy.
The release of this report underscores the ongoing effort by the Department of War and AARO to address UAP encounters seriously. The report does not speculate on the nature of the object, and officials emphasize that no evidence of extraterrestrial technology has been found. The investigation remains open.
