UFO Sighting by Military Experts Sparks Alarm as Pentagon Confirms Unexplained Cases Defy Known Technology

Unexplained objects in space have been detected by highly qualified military observers, according to Lieutenant Colonel Tim Phillips, former acting director of the Pentagon's All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO). Some of these objects reportedly performed manoeuvres beyond the capabilities of known US aerospace technology.

Phillips told the Daily Mail that while most cases investigated by AARO involved objects in the atmosphere, some detections extended into space. 'I would say probably 90 percent of our cases, if not higher, were always in the air domain,' he said. 'Most of these were in the atmosphere, but there were things in space.'

Unusual Flight Patterns Defy Known Technology

The reported objects were able to stop very quickly, accelerate rapidly, and perform right-angle turns, behaviours that do not match any aircraft or spacecraft currently known. Out of thousands of reports reviewed, fewer than 50 remained completely unresolved, even after analysis by leading experts.

Phillips emphasised that the office was able to rule out the possibility that these objects were part of any known US or foreign programme. 'We were able to conclusively prove it wasn't a known system, either adversary or friendly,' he said.

AARO's Investigation and Methodology

The All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office is tasked with collecting and examining UFO cases, prioritising data-backed reports from skilled military personnel such as fighter pilots and radar operators. Phillips noted that some objects appeared to actively avoid detection, while others did not seem concerned about being observed.

These observations align with the Office of the Director of National Intelligence's 2021 assessment, which highlighted that some UFOs demonstrate unusual acceleration or signature management, indicating potential attempts to avoid surveillance.

Government Statements and Public Interest

Phillips made clear that the sightings have not shown any hostile intent. 'We never saw any hostile behaviour,' he said, noting that while objects were sometimes observed in sensitive locations, there was no indication of aggression.

The sightings have attracted further attention following former President Donald Trump's announcement on Truth Social on 19 February that he had directed the Secretary of War and other agencies to release remaining government files related to UFOs and extraterrestrial life. Trump said, 'We've got our people working on it right now,' signalling ongoing government involvement.

Former President Barack Obama also commented on UFOs this month, stating that he believes extraterrestrial life exists, although he has not personally observed it. 'They're real, but I haven't seen them, and they're not being kept in Area 51,' Obama said during a podcast interview.

Internal Resistance Could Limit Full UFO Disclosure

Following the Pentagon confirmation of unexplained UFO cases, Mark Christopher Lee, a UFO researcher, reported that a Washington insider claims some high-level Pentagon factions and parts of the Trump administration are actively resisting full disclosure. The source suggested that certain officials are concerned that some phenomena might involve inter-dimensional or controversial aspects, which could influence the scope of material released to the public.

The insider indicated that President Trump's planned UFO address on 8 July 2026 may focus primarily on conventional sightings and historical cases such as Roswell, while more unusual or unexplained phenomena could remain undisclosed. A press conference is expected on 1 May 2026, which may provide further details about the internal resistance and the administration's disclosure plans.

Notable Cases and Expert Analysis

While many dramatic sightings have later been identified as classified US programmes, some dozen cases remain unexplained even after analysis by top scientists and military experts. These unresolved cases include objects performing sudden stops, rapid acceleration, and right-angle manoeuvres that challenge current understanding of aerospace technology.

The Pentagon's confirmation of such cases has heightened public interest in UFO research and the investigation of unidentified aerial phenomena, particularly in light of recent directives to release previously classified government files.