What happened: The US Justice Department issued subpoenas to the Wall Street Journal as part of an investigation into leaks about military action discussions on Iran. The newspaper confirmed receiving the subpoenas related to an article covering government deliberations.
Why it matters:
- Raises concerns about press freedom and government transparency in leak investigations.
- Affects journalists and media organisations reporting on sensitive national security issues.
MNN Take: The subpoenas highlight ongoing tensions between government efforts to protect classified information and the press's role in informing the public about national security matters.
Sources: NYTimes US