Cyber Warfare and Digital Competition between US and Russia: A Comparative Analysis Cyber Policies and Strategies

Authors

  • Hafsa Javed MS Scholar, Department of Politics & IR, GC Women University Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Ayesha Javed MS Scholar, Department of Politics & IR, GC Women University Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan
  • Bisma Seerat MS Scholar, Department of Politics & IR, GC Women University Sialkot, Punjab, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.47205/jdss.2026(7-I)01

Keywords:

Cyber Warfare, United States, Russia, Cyber Policies, Cyber Strategies

Abstract

The objective of this Study is to relatively examine the cyber warfare strategies and virtual competition policies of the United States and Russia. It aims to focus on comparative analysis of cyber policies and strategic intentions shaping their cyber techniques.Cyber warfare has emerged as a vital domain of present day international security and power opposition. Both America and Russia view cyberspace as a strategic area for influence, deterrence, and war without conventional conflict. Their cyber strategy is vital to assess worldwide digital security dynamics and geopolitical balance.This study adopts a qualitative comparative analysis primarily based on secondary Sources, such as policy documentsUS, legit reviews, and scholarly literature.The findings reveal that the USA emphasizes protecting resilience and international norms, even as Russia makes a speciality of offensive cyber skills and data struggle. Both countries actively combine cyber equipment into their broader country wide protection strategies.The study recommends strengthening worldwide cyber norms, enhancing cooperation on cyber security, and selling self belief building measures to reduce escalation dangers.

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Published

2026-01-16

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Javed, H., Javed, A., & Seerat, B. (2026). Cyber Warfare and Digital Competition between US and Russia: A Comparative Analysis Cyber Policies and Strategies. Journal of Development and Social Sciences, 7(1), 01–10. https://doi.org/10.47205/jdss.2026(7-I)01