"When the nation's intelligence chiefs present their Worldwide Threat Assessment, they must decide whether to align with long-standing views of Putin or Trump's portrayal."
"Steve Witkoff is echoing Putin's viewpoint, dismissing European concerns over Russia violating cease-fires, suggesting the NATO allies' fears are exaggerated."
As the U.S. intelligence community prepares to deliver its Worldwide Threat Assessment to Congress, they confront a dilemma in characterizing Vladimir Putin. Long-held beliefs suggest Putin's intentions are to destabilize Ukraine and challenge the U.S. and its allies. In contrast, Trump's administration is portraying him as a potential business ally who aims to resolve the conflict in Ukraine. This shift in narrative is backed by Steve Witkoff, a Trump ally, who dismisses European security concerns and supports Putin's peace proposals, complicating the intelligence community's stance.
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