Anonymous Source Tracker

Examples of how major English-language news organizations use anonymous sources. Updated daily.


World Bank document shows 27 countries seeking to ensure access ...
⁠But few requests have been logged, according to three sources familiar with the matter. "Countries are definitely in wait-and-see mode," said one of the ...

Reuters  ∙  May 23, 2026


Once Trump's Co-Pilot Against Iran, Netanyahu Is Now a Mere ...
The sidelining is particularly hard to take for some Israeli officials, who, speaking on condition of anonymity, noted that the country willingly shouldered ...

New York Times  ∙  May 23, 2026


US arms sales to Taiwan unrelated to Iran war, source says | Reuters
"These sales take years to process and are unrelated to Operation Epic Fury," the source said, referring to the war the U.S. and Israel launched in February.

Reuters  ∙  May 23, 2026


A pandemic-era program keeps Maine fishing industry afloat - NPR
Fishermen Feeding Mainers began with a roughly $374,000 donation from a foundation that chose to remain anonymous. Since then, the Maine Coast Fishermen's ...

NPR  ∙  May 23, 2026


A troubling Ebola outbreak meets a weakened U.S. system
The Trump administration is actively seeking a czar to spearhead the response, according to a person familiar with the discussions. “We're trying to get one ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 23, 2026


EXCLUSIVE: U.S., Iran to announce draft of peace deal within 24 ...
... a source close to a source close to the negotiations told The Washington Times. A draft ...

Washington Times  ∙  May 23, 2026


Roland Garros organisers, players have 'encouraging' meeting over ...
... a source close to the discussions told AFP on Saturday. Representatives of the world's top players, mainly agents, have now planned to meet with the ...

MSN  ∙  May 23, 2026


Truth behind rumor Fox News guest wore head mask for appearance
In reality, it was almost certainly a technical glitch, a person close to Harward said. The source has seen him several times since the Tuesday interview ...

MSN  ∙  May 23, 2026


Arab nations seek Iran war accord as ceasefire remains fragile - MSN
more than two dozen MQ-9 Reaper drones operated by US forces since the war began, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter. That represents ...

MSN  ∙  May 23, 2026


Harris edges Newsom in early 2028 poll amid DNC fallout - MSN
Many with careers in Democratic politics asked to remain anonymous. Some, after praising Harris on the record, asked to speak on background to give more ...

MSN  ∙  May 23, 2026


The new arms race in computing power - Financial Times
“[Google's acquisition of] DeepMind was a huge blow to British AI,” says one expert who asked to remain anonymous. “Yes, they are still in London. But we ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 23, 2026


Drone games put Ukraine's best military pilots to the test | Reuters
They ​all do different things," said one soldier from the first battalion of the 22nd Separate Mechanized Brigade, who asked not to be identified. The ...

Reuters  ∙  May 23, 2026


Trump Mobile investigating potential exposure of would-be ...
An Australian programmer – who has been working in IT for nearly 20 years and asked not to be identified out of fear of being the target of personal attacks ...

The Guardian  ∙  May 23, 2026


OpenAI's billion-dollar Disney deal is one of the first major casualties ...
A source familiar with the situation told The Hollywood Reporter that Disney is exiting the deal it signed with OpenAI last December, in which the ...

MSN  ∙  May 23, 2026


Trump says agreement with Iran has 'been largely negotiated' and ...
Regional leaders encouraged Trump during the call to accept the proposed framework with Iran, according to a person briefed on the discussion, who described ...

CNN  ∙  May 23, 2026


Ex-WHSmith high street chain 'almost completely broken', says new ...
A person close to WHSmith said that all prospective buyers of the high street business had access to all relevant information before doing the deal. The ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 22, 2026


USMNT's Chris Richards likely to be OK for World Cup after serious ...
After Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner told reporters Thursday that Richards “tore two ligaments in his ankle,” a source close to the situation told ...

New York Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


Matthew Stafford and Rams agree to a one-year contract extension
The person requested anonymity because the contract has not been posted. Advertisement. Stafford, 38, is scheduled to carry a salary-cap number of $48.3 ...

LA Times  ∙  May 22, 2026


Palestinian ambassador to the UN has withdrawn bid for VP ... - NPR
A person familiar with the matter not authorized to speak publicly tells NPR the Palestinians now pledge not to run for the position for two more years.

NPR  ∙  May 22, 2026


Danaher Raises $3 Billion in Record Private-Placement Bond Sale
, according to a person familiar with the matter who asked not be named. More From Bloomberg. US Stocks Slump As Trump's Threat To Fire Powell Adds Pressure.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 22, 2026


China June fuel exports set for slight increase as restrictions hold ...
China is expected to see only a slight uptick in refined fuel exports in June from May, three trade sources familiar with the matter ​said, as Beijing is ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Here is who Epstein's longtime assistant accused of sexual abuse
... sources familiar with the matter sources familiar with the matter told CNN. In an interview with the House Oversight Committee on Thursday ...

CNN  ∙  May 22, 2026


FDA staff blindsided by move allowing more e-cigarettes and ...
... on condition of anonymity to discuss confidential agency matters. The document's sudden appearance sparked internal confusion about how the policy came ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


NATO allies bewildered by Trump's about-face on US troop moves ...
We don't know what this means either,” said one of two officials who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive military matters. But Rubio said ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


WNBA and players' union complete long-form CBA 2 months after ...
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the CBA hadn't been made public. Elena Delle Donne, a two-time MVP, played 10 ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


Rubio reports 'slight progress' in Iran talks as Pakistan renews efforts ...
Qatar also sent a delegation to Tehran, according to a regional official who spoke on condition of anonymity due to the sensitivity of the talks. The ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


Brazil development bank BNDES cuts stake in Petrobras, Axia ...
... in state-run oil firm Petrobras and in power company ‌Axia Energia , selling shares from both this month, four sources told Reuters on condition of anonymity.

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


NASCAR's Kyle Busch was short of breath, coughing up blood day ...
The people spoke on condition of anonymity because details have not been disclosed by Busch's team or family. During the emergency call placed late that ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


How leaks, demands and a phone call derailed Estée Lauder's deal ...
... people with direct knowledge of the deal told Reuters. Advertisement. Charlotte Tilbury wearing a red and black beaded dress with fringe details and a ...

New York Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


Trump officials tried to ban half of US voting machines, citing ... - MSN
... people with direct knowledge of the matter. White House adviser Kurt.

MSN  ∙  May 22, 2026


Epstein-Related Investigations Continue, Federal Agencies Say
Two people familiar with the matter told FOIA Files millions of pages of files that were withheld relate to other investigations in which Epstein was not ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 22, 2026


No talks currently planned between Trump and Taiwan's Lai ...
The U.S. and Taiwan have not made concrete plans for talks between their presidents, four people familiar with the matter said, despite ‌U.

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Trafigura Withdraws Huge Volumes of Copper From LME Warehouses
... of copper from London Metal Exchange warehouses as lucrative trading opportunities emerge in the US and China, according to people familiar with the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 22, 2026


Total Explores Selling Stakes in European Green Assets - Bloomberg
... some of its European renewables assets, as the French energy giant seeks a partner for its green investments, people familiar with the matter said.

Bloomberg  ∙  May 22, 2026


China's PCG Power plans Hong Kong IPO filing as early ... - Reuters
... with knowledge of the matter with knowledge of the matter said. PCG Power did not respond to a ​Reuters request for comment. The Reuters Power Up ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Qatari negotiating team in Tehran to try to help secure US-Iran deal ...
... with knowledge of the matter told Reuters on Friday. Doha, which has worked as a mediator in the Gaza war and other areas of international tension, had till ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Orsted (ORSTED DC) Mulls Over $1 Billion Sale of US Renewable ...
Orsted A/S is exploring a sale of its onshore renewables assets in the US, people with knowledge of the matter said, as part of a pivot to its core market ...

Bloomberg  ∙  May 22, 2026


Trump Administration Offers Conflicting View of Civil Rights Cuts
Education Secretary Linda McMahon has told Congress she wants money to hire more. Two White House officials, speaking on the condition of anonymity to discuss ...

New York Times  ∙  May 22, 2026


Last-minute lobbying by tech industry officials led Trump to cancel AI ...
... on the condition of anonymity to describe the private conversations. Trump decided not to sign the order after the White House had already sent out ...

Washington Post  ∙  May 22, 2026


US tax officials consider adding citizenship question to tax forms
... on the condition of anonymity for fear of professional reprisals. The Reuters Iran Briefing newsletter keeps you informed with the latest developments and ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Redwood City Teacher Previously Fired for Sexual Harassment Has ...
Another Clifford parent, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to protect his child's identity, told the news outlets that he also filed a complaint ...

ProPublica  ∙  May 22, 2026


Wall Street thinks IMAX is ripe for a sale. Here's who could buy it
CNBC's source spoke on the condition of anonymity due to the confidential nature of the discussions. The Wall Street Journal first reported the potential ...

CNBC  ∙  May 22, 2026


Trump erupts at Pete Hegseth after Poland troop blunder sparks ...
Hegseth's choice to cancel the deployment shocked many European allies. Three people close to the matter said that they are not sure why the secretary decided ...

MSN  ∙  May 22, 2026


Trevor Bauer escapes unhurt after Arizona McLaren crash - MSN
Sources close to Bauer have said he was driving at the posted 45 mph limit when the crash occurred. ClutchPoints + 2. What's next for Bauer's season and ...

MSN  ∙  May 22, 2026


Bruce Dern recalls Tarantino's stern warning to Brad Pitt on set - MSN
Mixed responses from sources close to Pitt. While Dern's account paints the exchange as intense, a source close to Pitt told TMZ that the two men are friends ...

MSN  ∙  May 22, 2026


Leaks, demands and a phone call: how Estée Lauder's Puig deal fell ...
The five sources, close to both sides of the talks, spoke on condition of ​anonymity because the process was confidential. Three of the people said the two ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


Regional mediators travel to Tehran in push for US-Iran deal
A Qatari delegation was also holding talks in Tehran, a person briefed on the matter said. The mediators are seeking to get the parties to agree to end the ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 22, 2026


Reform UK by-election candidate accused of offensive social media ...
... people briefed on the matter. The Suffolk seat could see a by-election in the coming months as the current MP Patrick Spencer faces a trial over allegations ...

Financial Times  ∙  May 22, 2026


India central bank not in favour of rate hikes to defend rupee ...
The Reserve Bank of India has other levers it has yet to deploy, according to the sources familiar with the RBI's thinking, which Reuters reported earlier ...

Reuters  ∙  May 22, 2026


S.F. merchants say stolen goods chaos continues despite new state ...
Back at the 24th Street Mission Station BART plaza, Pete, an unpermitted vendor who declined to provide his last name, said he wouldn't be deterred by the ...

San Francisco Chronicle  ∙  May 22, 2026