The US State Department accused RT, previously known as Russia Today, of evolving from a media outlet into an entity possessing cyber capabilities and engaging in covert intelligence operations.
Wednesday's sanctions are part of a broader strategy to counter Russian interference, as the US has also ramped up actions against individuals linked to RT for their roles in influence operations.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized that the objective behind these sanctions is to expose RT's hidden intelligence capabilities, reinforcing that truth serves as a powerful antidote to Russia's disinformation.
The US claims that RT and its associated online platforms have facilitated the procurement of military resources for Russia's operations in Ukraine, intensifying scrutiny over their activities.
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