Leak of secret Pentagon documents on Ukraine sparks probe, raises fears of more to come

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One document details how many artillery shells Ukrainian forces have fired, including rocket-assisted missiles that have been used to devastating effect on Russian command posts and supply depots.

WASHINGTON – The Justice Department is investigating the leak of secret documents from the Pentagon on the war effort in Ukraine that show sensitive data on military activities, including U.S. drone spy planes in the region and use of ammunition by Ukrainian forces.

The Justice Department, at the Pentagon's request, has launched an investigation of the leak and who is responsible for the intelligence breach. It's unclear, officials said Saturday, if more documents could be released or the motivation for leaking them. The leaks, first reported by The New York Times, include documents released on social media sites, including Twitter.One document appears to have come from the office of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. It is dated March 1, and is labeled secret and not for distribution to foreign governments. It details U.S. forces in the region on the ground, air and at sea.

Ukrainian soldiers install an anti-tank missile system 'Stugna' near Bakhmut, Donetsk region, Ukraine, Friday, March 17, 2023.

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