U.S. C-17 and diplomatic motorcade spotted at Moscow airport

By The BriefBrief

Public reports say a U.S. Air Force Boeing C-17A Globemaster III was spotted at a Moscow airport, alongside a U.S. diplomatic motorcade. The sightings are linked to a secret trip by CIA Director John Ratcliffe, according to the reports.

WHO: John Ratcliffe

WHAT: A U.S. Air Force C-17A Globemaster III and a U.S. diplomatic motorcade were reportedly spotted at a Moscow airport during Ratcliffe’s secret trip.

WHEN: Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 10:29 AM ET

WHERE: Moscow, Russia

WHY: Cause not yet established.

How this story developed (showing 5 of 5 earlier reports)

CIA director urges Russia to negotiate with Kyiv · Aug 28, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Claims over CIA director’s secret Moscow trip · Aug 27, 2026 at 9:00 AM ET
CIA director visit to Moscow prompts Kremlin response · Aug 26, 2026 at 9:09 PM ET
CIA Director John Ratcliffe makes surprise trip to Moscow · Aug 26, 2026 at 5:06 AM ET
CIA director reportedly in Moscow for meetings · Aug 25, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET

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