What is the mystery of Area 51: Donald Trump calls for release of government files on UFO and UAP files that might have the answer
Times of India
by TOI WORLD DESKFebruary 21, 2026
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US President Donald Trump has announced plans to direct government agencies, including the Defense Department, to identify and release files related to UFOs (Unidentified Flying Objects) and extraterrestrial life. This comes after former President Barack Obama reignited public interest by mentioning his belief in the existence of aliens during a podcast interview. While Trump refrained from stating his personal opinion on the matter, he emphasized the significance of addressing these files, which have long been shrouded in secrecy.
The discussion surrounding UFOs and extraterrestrials has gained momentum following recent government actions. In 2017, reports emerged about a classified Pentagon program investigating unusual sightings reported by military personnel. More recently, Congress held its first UFO hearings in over five decades, and the Department of Defense established an office to collect data on unidentified aerial phenomena (UAP). Despite these efforts, no conclusive evidence of extrater
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/21/2026