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CIA warns Spain, France, Italy of possible Russian sea-based drone attacks

CIA reportedly warned Spain, France, and Italy of a possible Russian operation involving drones launched from the sea, per El Mundo. The warning followed CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow on August 25, suggesting a potential escalation of the Ukraine conflict to NATO allies. The claim is based on unnamed sources and is part of a series of leaks about Russian plans, but remains unconfirmed.

Agentstvoabout 8 hours agoES, FR, IT, RU, US, UACredibility 59%View source

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Mosaic Score8.7

Confidence0.1

Significance0.8

Source credibility0.6

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#cia #russia #drones #nato #escalation #ukraine

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developingGeopoliticsDefense2h ago

Russia Sea Drone Threat: CIA Warns Europe of Maritime Drone Attacks

US intelligence, specifically the CIA, has reportedly warned European allies, including Spain, France, and Italy, of potential Russian drone attacks launched from sea-based platforms. These platforms are alleged to include 'shadow fleet' vessels and shipping containers in the Mediterranean Sea. The intelligence suggests an escalation of Russian hybrid warfare capabilities targeting NATO members, though no attacks have been confirmed.

↑ escalating·7 signals·RU, ES, FR +5Score 6.4

activeGeopoliticsDefense1h ago