U.S. President Trump and Gen. Dan Caine revealed the U.S. used cyber capabilities to disrupt Venezuela during a military operation against Maduro, marking a significant public acknowledgment of U.S. cyber warfare. The strikes involved extensive planning and coordination among military units. While details on execution were limited, reports indicated a blackout in Caracas coinciding with the events, and systems were disrupted to hinder Venezuela's defenses. This operation illustrates a shift towards integrating cyber tactics into military strategies, with experts warning about revealing too much of U.S. cyber capabilities.
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