Former acting Director of National Intelligence Ric Grenell has labeled the recent leak of classified U.S. intelligence regarding Israel’s potential retaliation against Iran as “treasonous” and called for a full-scale investigation into the breach.

Grenell, appearing Tuesday on Newsmax’s “Rob Schmitt Tonight,” urged a comprehensive investigation into the matter, warning of its implications for national security.

“This is a very serious allegation,” Grenell said, emphasizing the need for a thorough investigation led by Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines and the White House. “They need to leave no stone unturned,” he added. “This is treasonous. It also makes America less safe when we cannot have individuals trusted with national security that are literally about life and death, war and peace. We are all less safe.”

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