EU official says no signs Russia plans NATO attack
By The BriefBrief
European intelligence agencies have found no signs that Russia is planning a military attack on European NATO countries, a senior EU official said. The comment followed US reports that CIA director John Ratcliffe warned Moscow during a visit to dissuade it from striking the alliance.
WHO:Senior EU official (speaking anonymously)
WHAT:Said there are no signs Russia is preparing a military attack on European NATO countries.
WHEN:Reported Aug 27, 2026 at 1:07 PM ET
WHERE:European Union
WHY:The remarks were made in response to US reports that CIA director John Ratcliffe warned Moscow not to attack a NATO country.
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