"The Atlantic": Despite Trump's rhetoric, the CIA is intensively helping Ukraine in its fight against Russia

The article discusses the complex role of Ratcliffe in U.S. policy towards Ukraine amidst the ongoing war. He advises the president while leading the CIA, which plays a crucial role in supporting Ukraine's military efforts. The CIA has been providing intelligence that enables Ukraine to strike deep into Russian territory. Ratcliffe's recent visits to Moscow and Shannon highlight his attempts to communicate the realities of the war to both Putin and Zelensky. The effectiveness of CIA-supported Ukrainian operations has become a political issue for Trump, who blames these strikes for rising fuel prices. Despite internal tensions within the CIA, Ratcliffe focuses on advisory roles without pushing for a change in U.S. policy towards Ukraine.