New York: A prominent Russian military blogger recently shared sensitive information about the US military, causing significant concern within defense circles. Details disclosed on the Telegram app by the blogger included specifics on the new F-35 Fighter Aircraft and advanced drones, prompting strong rebuttals from the Pentagon, which labeled the claims as false.
The military channel, Fighterbomber, asserted possession of 250 gigabytes of data on the US military, including fighter aircraft details. Given past Russian cyber-attacks targeting the US for classified defense information, these disclosures raised alarms.
Shared Documents: Disclosures on Telegram Channel
Documents shared on the Telegram channel included Paveway guidance kits, F-15 Eagle Fighter Jets drawings, and technical specifics on Joint Direct Attack Munitions, pivotal in converting unguided weapons to precision-guided systems.
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F-35 Fighter Jet Details
Following the initial disclosures, the group detailed F-35 Fighter Jets and American-made drones, accompanied by an instruction manual. Manufactured by Lockheed Martin, the F-35 is slated to replace aging aircraft like the F-16 across 18 countries, highlighting its role as a fifth-generation fighter.
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Lockheed Martin’s Reaction
Lockheed Martin reiterated its commitment to cybersecurity, implementing robust measures to safeguard sensitive information and mitigate cyber threats to its manufacturing facilities.
The Department of Defense has yet to confirm a comprehensive review of the shared documents.
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FAQs
Have there been previous incidents of classified US information leaks?
In 2023, significant leaks regarding US military strategies and intelligence relevant to the Ukraine conflict surfaced on social media platforms.
Is Russia seeking to influence the upcoming US Presidential election?
US Intelligence closely monitors developments, suspecting potential Russian efforts to sway public opinion in key states towards their preferred candidates.
