Kyiv, Ukraine, Nov 2, 2026 (AFP) - Ukraine, Russia see emergency alert systems hacked: what we know

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2026-11-02

Emergency alert systems in Russia and Ukraine were hit in cyber attacks overnight, with fake warnings of possible nuclear strikes broadcast to users in both countries. The systems have since been brought back under control, though much remains unclear about the attacks, including who was responsible. - What happened? - Phone notifications were sent to millions across Ukraine late Sunday warning of a "nuclear alert", a "chemical threat" and ev......

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