Asif W. Rahman, a C.I.A. official, was indicted for disclosing classified documents revealing Israel's potential military actions against Iran, showing serious national security breaches.
The documents, which originated from the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, contained classified interpretations of satellite imagery that pointed to a possible Israeli strike on Iran.
The F.B.I. confirmed it is investigating the leak, in collaboration with the Department of Defense and intelligence community, while focusing on the Espionage Act.
Court documents indicate Mr. Rahman had a top-secret security clearance, crucial for many C.I.A. officers, allowing him access to sensitive compartmentalized information.