Pentagon Halts Cyber Operations Against Russia in Strategic Reevaluation

The decision, tied to a broader reassessment of U.S.-Russia relations, has drawn criticism for its potential national security risks and implications for Ukraine.

• U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has paused all cyber operations against Russia, including offensive actions, as part of a reevaluation of U.S. strategy toward Moscow.
• The Pentagon has not disclosed the duration of the pause, citing the need to preserve operational security for clandestine activities.
• The move is seen as part of President Donald Trump's efforts to foster closer ties with Russia, potentially pressuring Ukraine to accept a ceasefire in its conflict with Moscow.
• Critics, including Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer, have labeled the decision a 'critical strategic error,' warning it could embolden Russian cyber threats and weaken U.S. security.
• European allies, excluded from the decision-making process, have expressed concern over the shift, as they rely heavily on U.S. security guarantees against Russian aggression.

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