The Anonymous Hacker Group Threatened Western Companies to Shut Down Operations in Russia Before It's Too Late
The Anonymous group is well-known for being powerful, and these companies could be their new targets.
It's been more than a month since Russia decided to invade Ukraine and start this horrible war. With the current situation, the end of this conflict doesn't seem to be on the horizon.
During this period, we've seen efforts from all around the world working together to help Ukraine and its people in any way possible. It's been heartwarming to read news about the entire world united to assist these vulnerable individuals.
Huge amounts of humanitarian aid have been sent to Ukraine, along with military support for the Ukrainian army. We've also witnessed many countries adopt numerous sanctions against Russia to compel them to put an end to this war.
In addition to these remarkable efforts, Europeans have been more than active in taking in the millions of refugees forced to abandon their homes as the war raged on. All of these efforts have been significant in the battle against this evil.
To top it all off, the famous hacker group Anonymous has been active as well, taking numerous steps against Russia. These actions include taking down news media outlets and even the Ministry of Defense website.
After everything they've done to support Ukraine, they issued a warning to Western brands that they need to stop funding Russia through their businesses.
After targeting media close to the Russian regime, the hacker group Anonymous shifted its focus to Western companies still operating in Russia.
AnonymousThe group posted their warning on Twitter, announcing that they will target any Western brand that doesn't cease operations in Russia within 48 hours.
@YourAnonTVThey also posted a photo featuring some of the companies that are being warned.
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The group used Halliburton and Schlumberger as examples for other companies.
@YourAnonTV
Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine's Prime Minister, tweeted that Nestlé will remain in the Russian market.
@Denys_Shmyhal
Here's a chart showing all of the brands that Nestlé owns.
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NAZVA, a designer clothing brand, reposted some edited Nestlé chocolate bars that express their stance on the war.
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The edited chocolate bars featured messages stating that the chocolate had the taste of tears, terror, pain, fear, and ash.
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The chocolate bar wrapper depicted the devastation caused by the war in Ukraine, with blood pouring out of the chocolate.
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The American tire company Bridgestone took the warning seriously and suspended all manufacturing and sales in Russia.
@Bridgestone
Many people had something to say about this warning, with some naming additional companies that need to be added to the list, such as Renault.
@jonny_b69
Franchises can apparently continue operating even without official corporate assistance.
@friartucknj
Philip Morris is another major company that should find its name on the list.
@fermerzpolissia
There was a lot of support for the Anonymous team.
@LenaFed74862000
This isn't the first time Anonymous has done a favor for humanity.
@KeepinItRealKat
This Ukrainian news outlet definitely appreciated this news.
@EuromaidanPress
No respect for companies that fuel Russia's military.
@JoanLon66891933
It's just blood money.
@vsevolodvr
Time to close those Citibank accounts.
@NGTRiga
Will Nestlé do the right thing?
@Flat___________
Boycott over blackmail, but not this time.
@warrenleightTV
We've seen countless forms of support for Ukraine, but what Anonymous is doing is a significant step in the right direction. This type of support is something we haven't seen often, but it's bound to be effective.
We hope these and all other companies heed this warning and stop funding the Russian war machine.
