Fiona Hill

Fiona Hill is a former official who served as the Senior Director for European and Russian Affairs on the National Security Council (NSC) during the first Trump administration. She is newsworthy due to her past insights into Russian foreign policy and potential motivations, which are relevant in the context of current geopolitical events involving the United States, Russia, and other nations like Venezuela and Ukraine. Specifically, she testified to Congress in 2019 about a potential offer from Russia to the U.S. involving a swap of influence between Venezuela and Ukraine. This testimony is now being revisited as the U.S. considers actions in Venezuela, and Russia's ongoing involvement in Ukraine remains a critical issue. Her past experience and insights provide valuable context for understanding Russia's strategic thinking and potential responses to U.S. foreign policy decisions.