The U.S. government has announced plans to dismiss a criminal case against a former CIA analyst who was accused of leaking classified information to South Korea. The decision comes amid diplomatic tensions and ongoing investigations into intelligence-sharing practices between the two allies. Authorities had previously charged the individual under the Espionage Act, raising concerns about transparency in intelligence cooperation. The move signals a shift in how the U.S. may handle sensitive cases involving foreign intelligence partners.


US to drop South Korea intelligence case against ex-CIA analyst  Reuters