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This article is not considered a psychological operation. It reports on an extensive Pentagon investigation involving polygraph tests administered to around 50 members of the Joint Staff, aimed at identifying sources of classified leaks about U.S. munitions shortages during the war with Iran. The investigation, described as unprecedented in scale and scope, reflects broader efforts by military and administration leaders to crack down on leaks and tighten control over information, amid growing internal and media scrutiny.