# Ukraine and Russia emergency alert apps hacked: what we know so far

https://mins.news/en/video/126067

- BBC News, 2026-11-02 20:04 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BMUvX0GrNME

> Ukraine and Russia say hackers compromised air-alert apps and sent users fake warnings of attacks, including nuclear strikes. Ukraine’s app issued top-level air-raid alerts nationwide, while some residents also received warnings of radiation, chemical attacks and street fighting. Hours later, Russian authorities reported a similar hack, with some fake alerts containing foul language.

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