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CIA chief tells Russia to avoid NATO ally attacks

Filed: Aug 26, 2026 at 8:16 PM ET
Summary: CIA director John Ratcliffe used a brief visit to Moscow to urge Russia not to strike NATO allies, including Baltic nations. He also called on Russia to reduce its support to Iran, linking the message to his trip to the Russian capital.
WHO: John Ratcliffe
WHAT: Ratcliffe urged Russia to hold back from attacks on NATO allies and to reduce support to Iran during a Moscow visit.
WHEN: Aug 26, 2026
WHERE: Russia
WHY: Ratcliffe delivered a warning urging Russia to avoid striking NATO allies and to cut support to Iran.
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