U.S. afraid of Russian GPS system in Nicaragua

A new Russian compound in Nicaragua has reportedly intrigued U.S. officials who are skeptical of its intended use.

The outpost is located on the rim of a volcano and has a clear view of the U.S. Embassy in Managua, The Washington Post reported. Antennas and so-called globe-shaped devices reportedly surround the building.

Fox news noted that "current and former U.S. officials have expressed concerns that the Russian building could be used to spy on Americans and gather intelligence, while others see it as a countermove to the U.S. presence in Eastern Europe".

Nicaragua has downplayed the concerns, telling the Post it is a tracking site of Russia’s GPS system.