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US Cyber Command to be elevated in status to strengthen operations -- Trump

WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (KUNA) -- US President Donald Trump on Friday announced that he has directed that United States Cyber Command be elevated to the status of a Unified Combatant Command focused on cyberspace operations.
"This new Unified Combatant Command will strengthen our cyberspace operations and create more opportunities to improve our nation's defense," Trump said in a statement released by the White House.
"The elevation of United States Cyber Command demonstrates our increased resolve against cyberspace threats and will help reassure our allies and partners and deter our adversaries." The action will also help streamline command and control of time-sensitive cyberspace operations by consolidating them under a single commander with authorities commensurate with the importance of such operations, Trump said. Elevation will also ensure that critical cyberspace operations are adequately funded, he said.
"In connection with this elevation, the Secretary of Defense is examining the possibility of separating United States Cyber Command from the National Security Agency," the President said. "He will announce recommendations on this matter at a later date." (end) rm.mt