Putin Won’t Attack NATO Territory, Trump Says

The president previously confirmed that CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a surprise visit to Moscow on Aug. 25.

Putin Won’t Attack NATO Territory, Trump Says

TL;DR

  • President Trump believes Vladimir Putin will not attack NATO countries.
  • Trump cited "good talks" with Putin as the basis for his assertion.
  • The statement was made during a press conference in the Oval Office.
  • Reports indicated CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow to warn Russia.
  • Trump declined to comment directly on Ratcliffe's visit but reiterated his belief that Russia would not attack.