CIA Official’s Son Dies Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Who: Michael Gloss, 21-year-old son of Juliane Gallina Gloss (a top CIA tech/cybersecurity official), died fighting for Russia in Ukraine.
Where: Killed in Eastern Europe (specific location unclear); family obituary called it a “tragic death.”
When: Died April 2024, but Russian authorities notified his family 6 months later (October 2024).

Michael’s Parents:
- Mother: High-ranking CIA leader focused on cybersecurity and combating misinformation.
- Father: Military software developer for U.S./NATO forces.
Michael’s Beliefs:
- Called himself “anti-fascist,” environmentalist, and women’s rights advocate.
- Radicalized against U.S. foreign policy; wanted to “defeat the military-industrial complex” (powerful alliance between governments, militaries, and corporations that profits from war).

World Traveler: Michael often traveled globally, adopting names like “Itthobaal.”
Joined Russian Army: Signed a contract with Russia’s military (like 1,500+ foreigners fighting for Russia since 2022).
Mysterious Death: Killed in action, but details about his role or location remain unclear.

Contradictory Ideals: Michael supported peace (had a peace sign tattoo) but joined a war.
Cryptic Plans: Told family he’d “defeat mortality and the military-industrial complex” but refused to explain how.
Evidence: Photos/texts from his phone showed him in Russian barracks with soldiers.

Rare Case: A CIA leader’s child fighting for an adversary is highly unusual.
Broader Context: Part of Russia’s recruitment of foreigners to bolster its war efforts.

Michael’s message to parents:

“I find myself more alive by the minute. Hungry for blood and glory… I might have just incarnated in time to defeat mortality AND the military-industrial complex.”
When asked about his plan:

“If I told you, you wouldn’t believe me anyway.”