Putin Signs Three Classified Decrees on the Day CIA Director Visits Moscow

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed three decrees numbered 605, 606 and 607, the contents of which have not been published and remain unknown. Their existence only came to light through the numbering of other decrees released the same day, according to the Kyiv Post.

Decrees No. 608, 609 and 610 concern the replacement of Russia's ambassador to Iraq and changes to the composition of commissions dealing with veterans' and disability affairs. However, the documents numbered 605-607, despite being signed, were never made public.

A Coincidence with the CIA Chief's Visit

The previous published Putin decree, No. 604, was signed on August 24. It effectively allows the state to seize any property or enterprise into "temporary management" if the owners fail to provide adequate protection against drone attacks.

The timing of the classified decrees' issuance coinciding with CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow has fueled numerous theories. Speculation ranges from whether the documents are linked to Russian military plans, mobilization, security measures, or sensitive negotiations.

The CIA Director's Mysterious Visit

Ratcliffe arrived in the Russian capital on August 25 for closed-door meetings with Russian officials. The Kremlin stated that he did not meet with the Russian president. This marked his first trip to Russia as CIA director, and the circumstances surrounding the visit remain largely unclear.

Among the theories about the purpose of the trip are warning Russia against further escalation with NATO and Ukraine, addressing Russia's assistance to Iran, and a possible prisoner exchange.

Even before Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow, the United States reportedly asked Ukraine to temporarily halt strikes on Russian territory. According to Ukrainian sources, the request specifically concerned Moscow and St. Petersburg and was meant to apply for the duration of the American delegation's visit.

In connection with this visit, Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko ordered a surprise combat readiness inspection of his country's army on Wednesday. Minsk insists nothing extraordinary is taking place, describing it merely as a check of the troops' ability to respond quickly and operate under modern warfare conditions.

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Source: novinky.cz