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Poland Faces Cyberwar as Russian Hackers Target Elections

5/17/2025

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk revealed that Russian hackers launched attacks on his party's websites right before the presidential election, impacting Civic Platform and its allies. As misleading political ads flood Facebook, authorities are on high alert. With rising cyberattacks tied to Poland's support for Ukraine, officials warn of a looming "de facto cyberwar."

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk revealed that Russian hackers launched attacks on his party's websites right before the presidential election, impacting Civic Platform and its allies. As misleading political ads flood Facebook, authorities are on high alert. With rising cyberattacks tied to Poland's support for Ukraine, officials warn of a looming "de facto cyberwar."