Linus’ “Special Kernel operation”: Russian maintainers sent to /dev/null (#Software)

Linus Torvalds affirmed the removal of 11 Russian maintainers from the Linux kernel team, citing compliance with U.S. sanctions. The decision has caused division within the open-source community, with concerns about transparency and inclusivity. Torvalds, however, stood firm, dismissing critics as “Russian trolls.”

#GeertUytterhoeven #GregKroahHartman #LinusTorvalds #Linux #LinuxKernel #OpenSourceSoftware #RussianSoftwareMaintainers #RussianTrolls

https://republa.net/linus-special-kernel-operation-russian-maintainers-sent-to-dev-null-expelling-maintainers/