There is no such thing as intelligence information. Intelligence is the sum of information plus assessment.

When we then look at these alleged leaks from the Pentagon we need to ask ourselves about the assessments done on the information provided and the caveats involved.

All we’re being given is a piece of information and being told that it is true. Well, is it?

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