A former intelligence official is renewing calls for congressional transparency regarding classified evidence of pulsed microwave attacks allegedly linked to Russia, which have reportedly affected hundreds of U.S. government employees—including the author and their family. The official, who previously sought to brief lawmakers two years ago, argues that the public and policymakers deserve access to the government’s findings on what has become known as Havana Syndrome. The push comes as questions persist over the origins, methods, and broader implications of these unexplained incidents. The disclosure could reshape understanding of a mysterious health crisis affecting diplomats and intelligence personnel worldwide.
Two years ago, I implored Congress and the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence specifically to allow me to brief them on evidence the U.S. government possesses of pulsed microwave attacks allegedly perpetrated by Russia, causing so-called Havana Syndrome. These attacks have injured hundreds of U.S. government personnel, including myself, my wife and my two...