CIA Director John Ratcliffe warned Russia not to attack NATO during secretive trip

3 verified updates • corroborated by 4 independent sources • tracked since August 26, 2026

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06:31 PM 3 sources: Kyiv Post, Politico, The Seattle Times
CIA chief warned Russia against attacks on NATO allies in secret Moscow visit
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08:31 PM 2 sources: Kyiv Post, Politico
CIA chief used Moscow visit to warn Russia against attacks on NATO allies, helping Iran
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10:01 PM 2 sources: CBS News, Kyiv Post
CIA Director John Ratcliffe warned Russia not to attack NATO during secretive trip