Intelligence Leaks Could Be ‘Targeted Disinformation,’ Top Russian Official Asserts

Intelligence Leaks Could Be ‘Targeted Disinformation,’ Top Russian Official Asserts
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov looks on during a press conference following talks with U.S. counterparts on soaring tensions over Ukraine, in Geneva, on Jan. 10, 2022. Eloi Rouyer/AFP via Getty Images
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The recent leak of classified U.S. documents by unknown actors could be a “targeted disinformation” campaign designed to “mislead” Moscow, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has said.

When asked by reporters about Moscow’s position on the source, motive, and authenticity of the documents, he said: “We don’t have a position.”