Jakub Kicinski, the Linux kernel networking subsystem maintainer, refused to accept patches from Sergey Semin, arguing that he felt uncomfortable accepting changes from Baikal Electronics employees or for its hardware (the company is under international sanctions). The patches for the STMMAC network driver included GMAC and X-GMAC support for the Baikal SoC, as well as offering general fixes. Sergey has been advised to refrain from participating in the development of the Linux kernel networking subsystem until notified.
https://lore.kernel.org/all/20230314103316.313e5f61@kernel.org/
We don't feel comfortable accepting patches from or relating
to hardware produced by your organization.
Please withhold networking contributions until further notice.