Italy PM Blames Pro-Russian Hackers for Leaking Foreign Minister Data
Antonio Tajani states the breach targets his family and stems from Italy's diplomatic stance on the Ukraine war.
By Jonathan Ramirez ·
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni identified pro-Russian hackers as the group responsible for leaking foreign minister Antonio Tajani's personal data onto the dark web on Saturday.
Tajani announced that the breach has continued for days, exposing him and his family to threats and intimidation. He stated that the leaks are a direct result of his diplomatic support for Ukraine.
"Our position on Ukraine is the political reason I have been targeted," Tajani said. "Defending the freedom of a sovereign state, taking a clear stand in support of a nation's democracy and independence, is dangerous for these criminal entities."
The minister described the perpetrators as cybercriminals who are still searching for additional information. He noted that the group has already exposed sensitive details that place his household in danger.
Meloni expressed full solidarity with her cabinet member regarding the dissemination of his private files. She called the sale of confidential information about institutional representatives a serious concern that requires a determined response.
"The sale of confidential information about institutional representatives is a cause of serious concern and must be tackled with the utmost determination," Meloni added in a separate statement.
Tajani vowed that the incident would not change his diplomatic approach. He said he would keep strengthening ties with Italian allies to protect the nation together.
