The Trump administration’s conciliatory approach to Russia has prompted some U.S. allies to consider scaling back the intelligence they share with Washington, citing concerns about safeguarding foreign assets and potential breaches of trust.
According to sources, allies such as Israel, Saudi Arabia, and members of the Five Eyes spy alliance are examining how to revise current protocols for sharing intelligence in light of the Trump administration’s warming relations with Russia, with some officials expressing doubts about the reliability of the U.S. as a partner.