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US Indicts Russian Intelligence Officials over Cyber Attack Targeting Ukraine
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Washington D.C. – In a major escalation of tensions between the United States and Russia, federal prosecutors have announced the indictment of several Russian intelligence officials in connection with a cyber attack targeting Ukraine.
According to a press release from the US Department of Justice, the indicted officials, all of whom are employees of Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate (GRU), allegedly carried out a coordinated campaign of hacking and disinformation aimed at undermining Ukraine’s government and critical infrastructure.
The indictment, unsealed on September 5, 2024, accuses the GRU officers of using their positions to infiltrate Ukrainian government computers, steal sensitive information, and spread disinformation online in an effort to influence the country’s elections and public opinion.
"The United States will not tolerate attempts to undermine the security and integrity of other nations," said US Attorney General Merrick Garland in a statement. "These charges demonstrate our commitment to holding accountable those who seek to engage in malicious cyber activities, no matter where they are based."
The indictment also accuses the Russian officials of hacking into the email accounts of Ukrainian officials, stealing sensitive information, and spreading false information about the Ukrainian government’s activities.
This move comes amid rising tensions between the US and Russia, which has been accused of interfering in numerous foreign elections and cyber attacks.
The indictment is seen as a significant escalation of the US response to Russia’s activities, and may pave the way for further action against Russian intelligence officials and operatives.
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