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CIA chief's visit to Moscow impacts Russian rouble exchange rate
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On 27 August 2026, the Russian rouble plummeted following CIA Director John Ratcliffe's visit to Moscow. The currency market recorded unprecedented highs for the euro, dollar, and Chinese yuan.
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- 27 August 2026
- Euro exceeded 100 roubles
- Dollar reached 85.8 roubles
- Rouble lost 8% against the dollar since early August
- Rouble lost 9% against the euro and yuan since early August
John Ratcliffe · CIA · Moscow · Russian rouble · euro · dollar · Chinese yuan · The Moscow Times
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