Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump issues first comment on CIA chief’s mysterious visit to Moscow

Trump says he is hopeful 'something may come out of' CIA chief’s meetings in Russia

By Arpan Rai

CIA director visits Moscow to caution Russia against attacking NATO nations, testing the alliance: reports

John Ratcliffe also discussed the war with Iran, warning of additional sanctions if the Strait of Hormuz doesn't reopen to shipping traffic

By AFP

Why did Trump’s CIA director make a mysterious short trip to Moscow?

Theories abound about John Ratcliffe’s visit

By Maira Butt

CIA director warned Russia against attacking NATO members during Moscow visit - report

Ratcliffe also discussed Iran while in Russia, telling intelligence officials there that additional sanctions would be implemented by the US if the Strait of Hormuz was not opened.

CIA chief warned Moscow against escalation toward Baltic NATO states, Politico reports

John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow comes amid growing concerns over possible Russian actions against NATO countries supporting Ukraine.

By Olena Goncharova

Media: CIA chief's Moscow visit to warn Russia against attacks on NATO allies, war in Iran

U.S. media reported on Thursday that CIA Director John Ratcliffe's unannounced visit to Russia this week was focused on the Baltic states and the war in Iran.