GERMANY BLAMES RUSSIA FOR CYBERATTACK ON TOP OFFICIALS

German government sources identified the attack as originating from Russia, marking another escalation in cyber operations against Western officials. The hackers exploited the Signal platform, a messaging service widely used for encrypted communications. The breach targeted multiple top German decision makers, though specific names and details remain undisclosed. German authorities are investigating the scope and nature of data accessed during the attack. This incident joins a pattern of Russian cyberattacks on NATO members and allied nations. Similar operations have previously targeted government infrastructure, political institutions, and critical sectors across Europe. German officials have not released formal attribution statements, but the assessment comes as tensions remain elevated between Berlin and Moscow over support for Ukraine. The breach underscores persistent vulnerabilities in government communication systems despite use of encrypted platforms.