CIA Foils Russian Assassination Plot, Revealing Bold New Tactics

Russian agents attempted to kill a CIA informant on American soil in 2020.
The assassination attempt signals an increasingly aggressive approach by Russia against U.S. interests.
According to intelligence experts, the plot represents a "game changer" that will prompt a reassessment of risks to foreign informants and sources.
The scheme was uncovered after a Russian agent's clumsy surveillance drew attention, allowing U.S. officials to thwart the attack before it was carried out.
In response, the CIA and other agencies will likely take additional precautions to ensure the safety of defectors and others working with the U.S.