UK Hits Russia and China with Sanctions Over Cyber War Threats

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The UK has just announced major sanctions on Russian and Chinese entities accused of launching cyber attacks, spreading disinformation, and sabotaging democratic systems. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper warns that these are not just isolated threats — they’re part of a growing hybrid warfare campaign targeting the UK and its allies. From AI-generated fake videos to manipulated political ads, the battle is now being fought online. Here's how Britain plans to strike back. WooGlobe Ref : WGA468130 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Russia and China just got hit with fresh UK sanctions, but that's only the beginning.

00:05Britain is ramping up its defense against what it calls a new kind of war,

00:09one fought not just with weapons, but with disinformation and sabotage.

00:13Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper just announced sanctions on Russian and Chinese firms

00:17accused of cyberattacks and propaganda.

00:20Among them, Russian Telegram channel Rybar and its co-owner,

00:24tied to ultranationalist Alexander Dugan.

00:27Also on the list, two Chinese firms behind massive cyber operations against the UK and its allies.

00:33This isn't just about hacking.

00:35It's about fake news, AI-manipulated videos and election interference.

00:39From false stories about Ukraine's president to fake political ads in Moldova,

00:44the goal is to divide and weaken democracies.

00:47As global tensions rise, Cooper says it's time to face these threats head-on.

00:51Her message is clear.

00:53This is hybrid warfare and the UK is ready to fight back.

00:56There's a

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