John Ratcliffe

CIA Chief: Ukraine Will Fight to the End Against Unjust Peace

CIA Director John Ratcliffe affirmed Ukraine’s unwavering commitment to fight for acceptable peace terms, even resorting to unconventional methods if necessary. This resolute stance underscores the ongoing efforts by President Trump to mediate a lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine, despite Russia’s rejection of a broader ceasefire proposal. A partial ceasefire, focusing on energy infrastructure and the Black Sea, was agreed upon, though its implementation remains contingent upon the lifting of Western sanctions, according to Russia. This agreement, brokered by the U.S., represents a step towards de-escalation amidst ongoing conflict.

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Trump Officials Blame Biden for Signal App Communication Leak

Former CIA Director John Ratcliffe defended his use of the Signal messaging app for discussing an impending Yemen military strike, blaming the Biden administration for permitting its prior use, a claim the White House denied. Ratcliffe testified he was unaware of classified details being shared in the group chat, which included several top Trump administration officials and, inadvertently, a journalist. The chat, concerning a military operation, violated intelligence community advisories against using Signal due to security vulnerabilities. Several officials refused to clarify whether they used personal or government phones for the communication.

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