[Daily Mail, where America gets its news] - The CIA removed its bureau chief in Vienna after criticism of her management, such as her handling of Havana Syndrome reports at the U.S. embassy in Vienna
- U.S. officials are sending a message that leaders must take Havana Syndrome seriously
- The mysterious illness is a set of ailments including migraines, nausea, memory lapses and dizziness
- It was first reported by officials based in the U.S. embassy in Cuba in 2016
- In May, officials said at least 130 cases across the government are were under investigation, up from several dozen last year
- Vienna has for centuries been a center for espionage and diplomacy and was a hub for clandestine spy-versus-spy activity during the Cold War.
- CIA Director said there is a strong possibility the syndrome is intentionally caused and that Russia could be responsible, although it does any involvement
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