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Navy Cyber Official Reveals Joint Center's Role

Game Changing Capability Integrates Cyber Operations

A top Navy cyber official revealed that the Joint Integrated Fire Center played a crucial role in the operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The JIFC acts as a combined air operations center, coordinating all aircraft and cyber operations in an area. According to Vice Adm. Hedi Berg, the center’s use during Operation Absolute Resolve validated its construct, demonstrating the importance of precise delivery of cyber and space fires. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.

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    Source: Breaking Defense (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1771355010123-2689
    URL: https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/venezuela-operation-relied-on-little-known-cyber-center-official-says/
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    Navy Cyber Official Reveals Joint Center's Role

    Game Changing Capability Integrates Cyber Operations

    A top Navy cyber official revealed that the Joint Integrated Fire Center played a crucial role in the operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro. The JIFC acts as a combined air operations center, coordinating all aircraft and cyber operations in an area. According to Vice Adm. Hedi Berg, the center’s use during Operation Absolute Resolve validated its construct, demonstrating the importance of precise delivery of cyber and space fires. This development was first reported by Breaking Defense.

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      Source: Breaking Defense (RSS) JAN Tracker: SRCE-2026-1771355010123-2689
      URL: https://breakingdefense.com/2026/02/venezuela-operation-relied-on-little-known-cyber-center-official-says/
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