CIA director John Ratcliffe makes unannounced Moscow visit to warn Russia over Ukraine

CIA Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow to establish direct communication lines and warn against removing President Zelenskyy.
Central Intelligence Agency Director John Ratcliffe made an unannounced visit to Moscow to conduct high-level talks with Russian authorities. The diplomatic mission focused on opening direct communication channels between the United States and Russia to prevent accidental military escalation in Eastern Europe.
During the discussions, American officials delivered explicit warnings regarding Washington's boundaries on the conflict. Specifically, the US cautioned Moscow against attempting to depose Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy or seeking a total military takeover of the country. The rare exchange underscores efforts by Washington to maintain strategic communication with Moscow while enforcing boundaries concerning Ukrainian sovereignty.
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