<h2>Overview</h2> <p>Iran और United States और Israel के बीच एक अस्थायी <span class="key-term" data-definition="Ceasefire — a temporary suspension of hostilities between warring parties, often used as a diplomatic tool to de‑escalate conflicts (GS1: International Relations)">शांति संधि</span> की घोषणा ने Tehran‑backed hackers के साइबर‑अभियानों को नहीं रोका है। समूह <span class="key-term" data-definition="Handala — a Tehran-based hacking collective that claims responsibility for cyber‑attacks against US and Israeli targets; its activities illustrate the nexus of cyber‑warfare and state policy (GS2: Polity)">Handala</span> ने US के खिलाफ हमलों को अस्थायी रूप से रोकने की घोषणा की, जबकि Israeli संपत्तियों पर दबाव जारी रखने का वादा किया।</p> <h3>Key Developments</h3> <ul> <li>Handala said it will <strong>स्थगित</strong> US‑focused <span class="key-term" data-definition="cyberattack — a hostile attempt to breach, disrupt or damage computer systems, increasingly considered a component of modern warfare (GS4: Ethics & Security)">साइबर हमले</span> until conditions become favorable.</li> <li>The group reaffirmed its commitment to target <span class="key-term" data-definition="Israel — a key strategic partner of the United States in the Middle East, frequently targeted in regional cyber‑conflicts (GS1: International Relations)">Israel</span> despite the ceasefire talks.</li> <li>US and Israeli <span class="key-term" data-definition="cybersecurity experts — professionals who assess and mitigate digital threats, providing critical intelligence for national security (GS3: Economy & GS4: Ethics)">साइबर सुरक्षा विशेषज्ञ</span> warned that the pause is tactical, not a strategic withdrawal.</li> <li>The two‑week ceasefire is already showing signs of strain due to unresolved disputes over territorial claims and proxy engagements.</li> </ul> <h3>Important Facts</h3> <p>• The ceasefire was announced on <strong>2026‑04‑08</strong>, following intense diplomatic pressure.<br> • Handala’s statement was released within 24 hours of the ceasefire announcement.<br> • The group’s past operations have included ransomware, data exfiltration, and disruption of critical infrastructure in both the US and Israel.<br> • Analysts note that <span class="key-term" data-definition="digital warfare — the use of information technology to conduct offensive and defensive operations, blurring lines between civilian and military domains (GS2: Polity)">डिजिटल युद्ध</span> now forms an integral part of conventional military strategy, blurring the line between state and non‑state actors.</p>