US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has reportedly ordered a pause on all US cyber operations against Russia, including offensive actions, according to multiple media reports on Sunday.
This decision is part of a broader reevaluation of US operations against Moscow, though the exact duration or scope of the pause remains unclear.
The Pentagon has so far declined to provide specific details, citing operational security concerns. A senior defence official emphasised the priority of protecting US personnel across all operations, including in cyberspace.
This move comes amid ongoing diplomatic tensions, with US President Donald Trump pushing for negotiations to end the war in Ukraine.
The pause follows a controversial meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during which Trump reportedly berated Zelensky.
Trump’s stance has positioned him as a potential mediator between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Zelensky, focusing on rapprochement with Putin rather than maintaining strong support for Ukraine.
US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz denied reports of a shift in cyber policy, asserting that efforts to bring the war to an end will involve a combination of both incentives and pressure.
