Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:53pm on 25 Aug 2026,Tuesday International
CIA Director John Ratcliffe has reportedly made a secret trip to Moscow as the United States pushes for a possible end to the war in Ukraine. According to reports, Ratcliffe held talks with Russian officials amid renewed diplomatic efforts by Washington. The visit comes as the US has reportedly asked Ukraine to stop certain long-range strikes on Russian territory to support peace negotiations. The move has raised concerns in Kyiv, where officials fear limits on military operations could benefit Russia. The reported Moscow visit highlights the Trump administration's efforts to open direct channels with Russia while seeking a negotiated settlement to the Ukraine war.
