ODNI: 2025 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community

The Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) has released the 2025 Annual Threat Assessment (ATA). The assessment provides a comprehensive analysis of the diverse and growing threats facing the United States, its citizens, and its global interests. It highlights the significant risks posed by both state and nonstate actors, including terrorist and criminal organizations. Cyber and intelligence threats from nation-states such as China and Russia are targeting U.S. wealth, critical infrastructure, and media. Additionally, state adversaries like Russia, China, Iran, and North Korea are employing both asymmetric and conventional tactics to challenge U.S. power, promote alternative global systems, and avoid direct conflict. Their growing cooperation further intensifies the threat environment, as these actors align to counter U.S. influence. The assessment underscores the increasingly complex and interconnected security landscape, where various threats reinforce each other, making the situation more perilous. Prepared by the National Intelligence Council, this report reflects the Intelligence Community’s commitment to informing U.S. policymakers and the public about emerging risks, providing critical insights for strategic decision-making. For more detailed insights and the full analysis, refer to the Annual Threat Assessment.