CIA director John Ratcliffe met Russia’s intelligence chief Aleksandr Bortnikov during a secretive trip to Moscow, according to reports. US officials said Ratcliffe presented evidence of the costs Russia has paid for limited gains in Ukraine and urged Russia to enter serious negotiations with Kyiv to end the war.
WHO:John Ratcliffe
WHAT:Ratcliffe urged Russia to enter serious negotiations with Ukraine to end the war, presenting evidence of Russia’s costs for limited gains.
WHEN:Reported Aug 28, 2026 at 4:30 AM ET
WHERE:Russia
WHY:Ratcliffe urged negotiations to end the war amid Russia’s difficulties on the ground and mounting economic woes.
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