On March 11, 2025, a significant telephone conversation took place between Sergey Naryshkin, Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), and John Ratcliffe, Director of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). The discussion centered on enhancing cooperation between the two agencies on matters of mutual interest and crisis resolution. Both officials agreed to establish regular communications to promote international stability and security while aiming to reduce tensions between Moscow and Washington. This engagement underscores a strategic move towards de-escalating potential conflicts and fostering dialogue in an increasingly polarized geopolitical landscape.
