Redacted sensor image with a crosshair targeting a visible object.
Official description
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) submitted a report of an unidentified anomalous phenomenon (UAP) to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO) consisting of a still image derived from a U.S. military system in 2025. The original imagery was altered with redactions before being submitted to AARO. An accompanying mission report was not provided. The operator reported that they were unable to positively identify the UAP. The date in the image is incorrect due to system date/time not being set. Narrative Description: The monochrome image displays a grainy texture with a simplified central crosshair. Two small, dark, elongated objects are visible near the center of the frame in the bottom right quadrant. This narrative description is provided for informational purposes only. Readers should not interpret any part of this description as reflecting an analytical judgment, investigative conclusion, or factual determination regarding the described event’s validity, nature, or significance.
Reproduced verbatim from the releasing agency.
AI summary
The FBI has reported an unidentified anomalous phenomenon (UAP) based on a still image taken by a U.S. military system in late 2025. The image shows two small dark objects and has been altered before submission, with remarks noting that the identity of the UAP remains unclear and the date on the image is incorrect due to system settings.