Russia Hands over 350-Page JFK Assassination Dossier to U.S.
Russia Hands over 350-Page JFK Assassination Dossier to U.S. Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna
By Alpaslan Düven
WASHINGTON — In a stunning development that has reignited decades-old intrigue surrounding the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) announced that she has received a 350-page Soviet-era dossier on the killing directly from the Russian Embassy.
Luna confirmed on Wednesday that the documents—compiled by Soviet intelligence during the Cold War—were formally handed over to her office and will soon be analyzed by U.S. experts before a public release.
“This is a historic moment,” Luna said in a statement. “Congress has sought access to these materials for decades, and we will ensure they are thoroughly reviewed and made available to the American people.”
The congresswoman said that investigative journalist Jefferson Morley, a longtime researcher on the JFK case, will help lead the translation and verification process.
What the Files Contain
According to Luna, the dossier appears to include declassified Soviet intelligence assessments and diplomatic communications about the November 22, 1963 assassination of President Kennedy in Dallas. Russian officials reportedly told Luna that the documents reflect Moscow’s internal analysis at the time—including speculation about CIA involvement and the political fallout in the United States.
The Russian Embassy in Washington confirmed the handover, saying the report would also be published publicly in Russia in November.
Questions of Authenticity and Motive
While the disclosure has captured international attention, experts are urging caution. Analysts note that the origins and completeness of the materials remain uncertain, and that Moscow’s motives for releasing the dossier now are unclear.
“It’s a fascinating historical development, but we need to see whether this is genuine archival material or a carefully curated narrative,” said political historian Dr. James Roberts of Georgetown University.
Skeptics also point out that this is not the first time foreign intelligence services have claimed to possess “hidden truths” about the JFK assassination—a case long clouded by conspiracy theories and classified U.S. records.
A New Chapter in a 60-Year Mystery
The release marks the first time a foreign government has provided Cold War intelligence files directly to a sitting member of Congress regarding the Kennedy assassination.
Luna said her office intends to make the English translation publicly accessible once experts complete verification. “Transparency is vital,” she said. “The American people deserve to know the full story.”
The move comes as President Biden continues to face calls to release the final batch of U.S. government-held JFK assassination files, some of which remain classified despite earlier commitments to full disclosure.