WorldU.S. officials reportedly want CIA director to take over Russia–Ukraine talks from Witkoff
Many U.S. officials reportedly favor CIA Director John Ratcliffe taking a larger role in Washington’s Russia–Ukraine negotiations, despite the White House calling the report “totally fake news.” Sources portray Ratcliffe as a stronger negotiator than Steve Witkoff, but warn that replacing the envoy alone will not shift the talks without tougher sanctions on Russia and more military aid to Ukraine.
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U.S. officials reportedly want CIA director to take over Russia–Ukraine talks from Witkoff
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