Defence secretary Pete Hegseth halts US cyber operations against Russia sparking national security concerns
US Cyber Command has been ordered to cease offensive operations against Russia to bring Putin to the negotiating table on Ukraine. While intelligence experts emphasize the importance of monitoring Russian networks, the decision faces criticism due to security concerns. Critics argue that halting cyber activities assumes reciprocity from Russia, which has a history of cyber warfare.
US Cyber Command has been ordered to cease offensive operations against Russia to bring Putin to the negotiating table on Ukraine. While intelligence experts emphasize the importance of monitoring Russian networks, the decision faces criticism due to security concerns. Critics argue that halting cyber activities assumes reciprocity from Russia, which has a history of cyber warfare.
