The head of US intelligence recently traveled to meet with Russian officials. His trip was not publicly announced and included a warning to Russia not to attack NATO territory.

The director of the CIA also used the opportunity to urge Russia to cut economic and military support to Iran. This is part of a broader effort to financially strangle Tehran.

US and European officials are concerned that Russia may test NATO with a limited incursion, possibly against a neighboring country, as its war in Ukraine continues. Further details about the trip and its implications are available from the source.