WorldIran-linked hackers blamed for cyber-attack that shut down UK power plant

Hackers linked to Iran have been blamed for an attack that shut down a small-scale British power generator for four days last month. The UK government said the wider energy system was never at risk, but described the incident as an apparent escalation after Britain allowed the US to conduct so-called defensive operations against Tehran from British bases.

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TThe Guardian★★★★☆2026-08-23 09:07Original