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US Moves to Split Russia From Iran? Ratcliffe’s Moscow Mission Could Link Two Major Wars

August 26, 2026 1,290 views 1 min read
US Moves to Split Russia From Iran? Ratcliffe’s Moscow Mission Could Link Two Major Wars

US Moves to Split Russia From Iran? Ratcliffe’s Moscow Mission Could Link Two Major Wars


CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly made a secret visit to Moscow as Donald Trump’s Iran war reached an impasse. Analysts suggest Washington may be attempting to persuade Russia to reduce its military, intelligence and economic support for Tehran—but Putin could demand sanctions relief or concessions involving Ukraine in return. Watch.