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Ukraine clarifies that Washington asked it not to attack Moscow and St Petersburg during CIA chief’s visit
Ukraine clarified that Washington asked it not to attack Moscow and St Petersburg during CIA Director John Ratcliffe's reported visit to Russia.
Why it matters
This indicates a US request for restraint in Ukrainian strikes on Russian cities, potentially to de-escalate tensions during a high-level visit.
What's unclear
- What specific timeframe was requested?
- Did Ukraine agree to the request?
- What was the purpose of Ratcliffe's visit?
Linked public sources
- Ukraine clarifies that Washington asked it not to attack Moscow and St Petersburg during CIA chief’s visit — Ukrainska Pravda
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