The US Army has closed the 1st Information Operations Command, dispersing cyber and information forces

In May 2025, the US Army officially closed its only active 1st Information Operations Command, which had been in operation for 23 years. The decision is related to a change in the strategic approach: cyber and information warfare tools have been dispersed across different units and types of troops for more flexible and integrated use.

Previously, the 1st Information Operations Command coordinated information campaigns, countering disinformation and cyber attacks. However, with the development of technology and the increasing complexity of the information space, the US Army has come to the conclusion that centralized management of such funds is ineffective.

Now the tasks of information and cyber warfare are distributed among various combat and intelligence units, including the US Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) and specialized departments in the army, navy and air forces. This approach makes it possible to respond more quickly to threats and integrate information operations into the overall military strategy.

The closure of the 1st Information Operations Command coincided with a similar decision by the US Department of State to eliminate the unit for combating foreign information interference, reflecting a general trend towards reforming and optimizing the country's information security tools.

 Despite the closure of individual structures, information warfare and cyber operations remain key elements of U.S. national security, and their role is only increasing in the face of global competition and new challenges.