The UK intends to create new offensive cyber force of up to 2,000 personnel to counter the threat from Russia, Sky News reported. 

According to the source, the plan by the Defense Ministry and Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) comes amid a growing cyber threat from Russia

It is reportedly set to receive more than £250m in funding.

“By adopting offensive cyber techniques in the UK we are levelling the playing field and providing new means of both deterring and punishing states that wish to do us harm,” said General Sir Richard Barrons, a former commander of Joint Forces Command.

The UK Government, together with its allies, is working to spread the information and tools that are needed to repel such attacks. In the fight against the cyber threat from Russia, it is reportedly necessary to use various resources, including diplomatic, law enforcement and technical.