Covert Ukrainian Spies Engage in Shadow War Against Russia with CIA Backing

Ukrainian spy agencies, in close partnership with the CIA since 2015, have developed sophisticated capabilities over the past decade, including targeted killings and sabotage operations, to counter Russian aggression. The operations have involved elite teams of Ukrainian operatives drawn from directorates formed, trained, and equipped with CIA assistance. The CIA has provided Ukraine with advanced surveillance systems, training, and intelligence sharing. While some officials question the morality and risks of Ukraine's lethal operations, others see them as necessary measures to defend against Russia's war atrocities. The CIA maintains a significant presence in Kyiv, and the extent of its involvement with Ukraine's security services has not been previously disclosed.