Biden's use of intelligence reflects confidence

Significance

The assessments have proved to be accurate, contributing to a positive image of US intelligence capacity in both the United States and the international community. Washington will use similar intelligence disclosures to build a case against Moscow for violation of international human rights law.

Impacts

• Greater intelligence-sharing is becoming a key aspect of efforts to strengthen relations with European and Indo-Pacific allies.
• US partners in developing regions will seek stronger intelligence ties while remaining wary of making assessments public.
• Growing use of commercial satellite data by non-governmental researchers will influence public views of national security threats.