The U.S. Cyber Command is pausing its offensive operations against Russia. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made the decision, which was confirmed Monday by a U.S. official speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive operations.

The Pentagon has denied media reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had ordered a halt in offensive cyber operations against Russia, according to a senior defense official.

Cybersecurity operations against Russia have not been stopped, the Pentagon confirmed Tuesday as defense officials denied multiple reports that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had halted intelligence gathering against the country.