Michael Gloss, the 21-year-old son of Juliane Gallina, a senior CIA official, tragically passed away during the Ukraine conflict in 2024. Gallina’s family revealed that Michael had faced mental health challenges. While a CIA spokesperson refrained from clarifying which side Gloss fought for, Russian reports and Michael’s social media posts suggest he may have joined Russian forces, expressing pro-Russian sentiments online. The news has been described as a personal family tragedy, not a national security issue.
Michael had a varied background, attending high school in Virginia, playing sports, and later studying human ecology at the College of the Atlantic. His obituary described him as a principled and compassionate individual with a commitment to justice and highlighted causes he supported, such as refugee aid and environmental protection.
The family has requested privacy as they grieve this loss. Juliane Gallina and her husband are both prominent figures, with significant careers in cybersecurity and military service. The situation underscores the complex intersections of personal tragedy and global conflict