EU building 'cyber-diplomacy toolbox' to respond to attacks

Federal Times: BRUSSELS (AP) — European Union foreign ministers have agreed to prepare a joint response to cyberattacks in the 28-nation bloc, including imposing sanctions on offenders.

The ministers said in a statement Monday that they would develop a “cyber-diplomacy toolbox” to respond to malicious activities online.

They expressed concern at the “increased ability and willingness of state and non-state actors to pursue their objectives” through cyberattacks, and pledged a united response.

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