ESPIONAGE DISPUTE: U.S. intelligence assessments raised concerns that Israel has increased efforts to gather information on American officials involved in negotiations with Iran, including special envoy Steve Witkoff and senior Pentagon officials, according to a New York Times report.

• A Defense Intelligence Agency assessment reportedly raised Israel’s counterintelligence threat level from “high” to “critical.”

• U.S. officials believe Israel is seeking greater insight into President Trump’s strategy and positions in talks with Iran.

• The report cites alleged intelligence-gathering incidents involving U.S. personnel and communications. Israel denied the allegations, while a White House official called the account false.