Anonymous Source Tracker

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


US blockade on Iranian ports fully implemented amid ongoing ...
... a person briefed on the matter. The Iranians rejected the U.S. plan laid out during last weekend's talks in Islamabad, countering with an offer to suspend ...

MSN  ∙  April 15, 2026


US Treasury secretary announces increased economic pressure on ...
... a person briefed on the matter. The Iranians rejected the U.S. plan and countered with an offer to suspend enrichment for five years, the regional official ...

MSN  ∙  April 15, 2026


Londoners urge for cancer hospital not to be expanded because it ...
One nurse at the hospital, who did not want to be named, told Metro: 'I think it's heartless and yes Nimbyish. We are trying to treat cancer patients here ...

MSN  ∙  April 15, 2026


Patriots VP addresses Mike Vrabel NFL draft role after Dianna ...
Vrabel will likely speak publicly during the NFL draft, which begins April 23 in Pittsburgh, a person familiar with the situation told USA TODAY Sports.

MSN  ∙  April 15, 2026


Amazon Nears Deal for Globalstarin Push to Rival Musk's Starlink
A transaction could be announced as soon as Tuesday, said the people, who asked not to be identified because the information was private. More From ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 14, 2026


Strait of Hormuz traffic barely affected on first day of US blockade ...
Traffic remains at only a fraction of the 130-plus daily crossings before the U.S. and ​Israel's war on Iran began on February 28, industry sources said on ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


US will not renew waiver on Iranian oil as it mounts pressure on ...
The waiver is set ​to expire on April 19. The U.S. did not renew the waiver on Russian oil at sea which expired on Saturday, the sources said. Advertisement · ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


UBS CEO Ermotti may stay late into 2027 due to new rules ... - Reuters
CHAIRMANSHIP OPTION. UBS wants ​at least one of the top two jobs to be a Swiss citizen, the sources said, adding that Ermotti, who returned as ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Brazilian steelmaker CSN pushes ahead with cement unit sale
... people ‌familiar with the matter people ‌familiar with the matter. The talks involve local and international players, including Brazil's Votorantim ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


China lifts BHP iron ore bans after executive visit, sources say
... sources with knowledge of the matter who sought anonymity, as the topic is sensitive. The Reuters Power Up newsletter provides everything you need to know ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


United‑American airline merger idea sparks antitrust and fare worries
... sources familiar with the matter, but industry officials were quick to highlight the formidable antitrust obstacles such a deal would face. The details of ...

USA Today  ∙  April 14, 2026


United-American mega deal pitch pushes up shares; antitrust ...
... sources familiar with the matter, but industry officials were quick to highlight the formidable antitrust obstacles such a deal would face. The details of ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  April 14, 2026


US and Iran to resume talks in Pakistan amid nuclear standoff - MSN
According to sources familiar with the matter, the atmosphere during the initial phase of talks last weekend was indeed positive. However, disagreements ...

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


United, American Airlines possible merger discussed at White ...
... by Bloomberg, which cited two unnamed sources familiar with the matter as saying that a potential combination...

Yahoo  ∙  April 14, 2026


US and Iran set to resume Pakistan talks this week - MSN
According to sources familiar with the matter from the Pakistani government, the atmosphere during the early stages of negotiations last weekend was indeed ...

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


LAUSD strike is off, schools open Tuesday - Los Angeles Times
“I thought it was weird the school didn't say anything,” the mother, who would not give her name, citing her immigration status, said in Spanish. “I would ...

LA Times  ∙  April 14, 2026


Zepto trims cash burn before IPO, pitches profitability by FY29 ... - MSN
... did not wish to be identified. That person added that Zepto reduced its quarterly cash burn to Rs 850-900 crore in the January-March period, down from ...

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


In Rare Direct Talks, Israeli and Lebanese Officials Seek Way Forward
But the talks will be largely preparatory, according to a Lebanese official and another person briefed on them, who both requested anonymity to discuss ...

New York Times  ∙  April 14, 2026


Trump Jr.-linked cage-fighters make pitch to train US military - MSN
... requested anonymity to discuss internal deliberations. Expand article logo Continue reading. The training plan would make MMA.Inc the latest in a growing ...

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


Memphis basketball lands transfer sharpshooter Rihards Vavers
The source requested anonymity because they are not authorized to speak publicly on the matter. The 6-foot-7 senior forward from Adaži, Latvia, was a top-30 ...

USA Today  ∙  April 14, 2026


ING Plans SRT Tied to Project Finance, Including for Oil and Gas
Final terms of the transaction are subject to discussions with investors, according to people familiar with the deal who requested anonymity because the details ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 14, 2026


BlackRock's Asia Private Credit Fund Sees China Borrower Default
... requested anonymity discussing private matters. The unpaid interest is around $12 million, they added. More From Bloomberg. TOPSHOT-UAE-US-IRAN-DIPLOMACY.

Bloomberg  ∙  April 14, 2026


Scoop: McCormick to rake in $1.2 million for House GOP colleagues
... person familiar with the matter. Why it matters: The freshman senator is leveraging his Senate position — and extensive fundraising network — to boost the ...

Axios  ∙  April 14, 2026


Hormuz mission talks to focus on sanctions, seafarer ... - Reuters
... groups, ranging ​from possible sanctions on Iran ⁠to cooperation with industry ​to ensure maritime transit, a ​person familiar with the matter said.

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Britain's Ofwat board split over approval for Thames Water rescue ...
... ​to approve a rescue deal offered by the ‌creditors of Thames Water, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing a person familiar with the matter.

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Oil steadies as traders track moves to restart Iran-US talks
... person familiar with the matter. The global oil market has been jolted by the conflict, which triggered an unprecedented supply shock. Surging prices for ...

Yahoo  ∙  April 14, 2026


Carlyle Draws $1.5 Billion for Asset-Backed Fund in First Round
... person familiar with the matter. Instead of having a limited life span like most credit vehicles, the fund will remain outstanding indefinitely, said the ...

Bloomberg  ∙  April 14, 2026


Pope and world leaders call for Iran de-escalation | Reuters
... people close to the matter told Reuters. Brazil's Labor Ministry said the dismissal was "an administrative act," without providing further details. Mello ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Morgan Stanley and Goldman Space X IPO plan to curb post-float ...
... people close to the matter. But the structure isn't final, and could still be ditched. What Is a Family Trust, and How Do You Set One Up? Ad. SmartAsset.

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


Meta is building an AI Zuckerberg to handle some meetings - MSN
The strongest evidence for this project remains the Financial Times report, which relies on people with direct knowledge of the initiative. That sourcing ...

MSN  ∙  April 14, 2026


As Bahrain Cracked Down Amid War, a Death in Custody Sparked ...
Sayed Mohammed al-Mousawi, 32, disappeared on March 19, according to a relative, who spoke on the condition of anonymity out of fear of government retribution.

New York Times  ∙  April 14, 2026


Justice Department officials turned away from Fed construction site
... on the condition of anonymity because the investigation is ongoing. The move suggests the Justice Department is not backing down from an investigation into ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 14, 2026


Anthony D'Esposito Will Not Try to Win Back His House Seat, in ...
A White House official, who also spoke on the condition of anonymity, had a different account, saying that the administration had told Mr. D'Esposito that ...

New York Times  ∙  April 14, 2026


Jane Street in Talks to Back Fluidstack at $18 Billion Valuation
is holding funding talks with investors to bring in about $1 billion at a target valuation of $18 billion, according to people briefed on the matter.

Bloomberg  ∙  April 14, 2026


Immigrant mom of ex-NYPD Sgt. Erik Duran says family's American ...
Duran's mother, who did not want to be identified, came to New York from Ecuador in 1981, while the ex-cop's father had reached the Empire State from the ...

New York Post  ∙  April 14, 2026


Street racing complaints grow in University City as neighbors ...
“I can't sleep, and I just sit there, braced, waiting for a horrific accident that is going to happen,” said the woman, who also did not want to be identified.

Yahoo  ∙  April 14, 2026


Dog sitter accused of stealing, selling homeowners stuff - Yahoo
The homeowner, who did not want to be identified, said Little was caught on their Ring camera leaving the house with 34 bags believed to be holding the stolen ...

Yahoo  ∙  April 14, 2026


Truck crashes into Clifton building, causing major structural damage
A nearby resident, who did not want to be identified, described the terrifying moment of impact. “We didn't hear any brake screeching; it was just a loud ...

Yahoo  ∙  April 14, 2026


US destroyer interdicts two oil tankers attempting to leave Iran ...
... on condition of anonymity on condition of anonymity. The ships had left Chabahar port on the Gulf of Oman and were contacted by the warship via radio ...

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Sacramento Kings will reportedly bring back coach Doug Christie for ...
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team hadn't announced the decision, which The Athletic was first to report. Christie was ...

CBS News  ∙  April 14, 2026


Quadra Capital nears deal to buy $3 billion of assets from Banco de ...
The deal requires a nod, or at least no objection, from the central bank, the people added on condition of anonymity because ​the information is not public.

Reuters  ∙  April 14, 2026


Wall Street tacks on more gains, oil falls on hopes of renewed US ...
Two Pakistani officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss the matter with the media, said that the first talks ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 14, 2026


Diplomats try to arrange more US-Iran talks during first full day of ...
The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss sensitive negotiations. Muhammad Aurangzeb, Pakistan's finance ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 14, 2026


Matt Crocker quits as U.S. Soccer Federation sporting director, just 2 ...
... on condition of anonymity because Crocker's new job was not announced, said he will work in Saudi Arabia. His hiring by Saudis was first reported by Fox ...

NBC News  ∙  April 14, 2026


Afghan migrants in Poland fear forced deportations as asylum ...
The rest of his family is still in hiding in Afghanistan, he said, speaking to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because he fears for his ...

Washington Post  ∙  April 14, 2026


US Blockade Stops Iran-Linked Ships From Crossing Strait of Hormuz
A U.S. official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss operational matters, said that more than 12 American military vessels were stationed in ...

New York Times  ∙  April 14, 2026


Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks as ships reported ...
Two Pakistani officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren't authorized to discuss the matter with the media, said that the first talks ...

The Globe and Mail  ∙  April 14, 2026


Israel is building a buffer zone inside Lebanon - NPR
A person briefed on the matter not authorized to speak publicly told NPR that until Israel sees progress, it has no intention of withdrawing from the buffer ...

NPR  ∙  April 14, 2026


Warsh reports more than $100M in assets ahead of hearing next week
... with knowledge of the matter who were granted anonymity to discuss unannounced plans. All of Warsh's paperwork, including his Office of Government Ethics ...

Politico  ∙  April 14, 2026


White House meetings on college sports' money mess to give ...
“This will be a big week for the roundtable,” said one person with knowledge of the matter. “This is really coming together.” Last week, Trump signed an ...

New York Post  ∙  April 14, 2026