According to a profile of CIA chief John Ratcliffe published in The Atlantic, the CIA is at odds with Russia, even as President Trump attempts to improve relations with Moscow. The article portrays Ratcliffe as a professional who provides unbiased intelligence to the president, but also suggests that the CIA's culture and approach may be influencing its analysis and policy recommendations.
Similarly, the CIA's approach to Russia and Ukraine may be driven by a culture that views Russia as an eternal enemy, rather than a nuanced understanding of the situation. The CIA's paramilitary wing is reportedly active in Ukraine, providing support to the Ukrainian military and launching strikes deep inside Russia.
This has led to accusations of incoherent policy, as the US is simultaneously providing support to Ukraine and seeking to import Russian diesel. The CIA's actions may be undermining President Trump's attempts to secure a deal with Russia, and instead pursuing its own covert action war on Russia.
The US is providing Ukraine with information and spy satellite support, with the CIA taking a lead role in the country.