Close the operation without flattening uncertainty.

Observed factsDirectly observed or server-authoritative events. Source reportsClaims attributed to a source or record. InterpretationsMeaning assigned to observations or reports. Competing hypothesesExplanations still being tested. AssessmentsCurrent analytic judgment with uncertainty. DecisionsConsequential choices and reason codes. Unresolved contradictionsMaterial conflicts among records or claims. Missing evidenceRecords or collection still required. Compromise indicatorsSignals that cover, source, access, or custody may be damaged. Authority-specific consequencesEffects for the issuing authority and customer. Follow-on intelligence requirementsNext questions the customer must answer. Source-protection actionsSteps that protect source identity, access, and welfare. Cover-recovery actionsSteps that preserve or retire operational cover. Lessons learnedChanges for future tasking, collection, handoffs, or review.