CYBER WARS
Russian hackers 'targeting messaging apps': Dutch spies
The Hague (AFP) Mar 9, 2026
Russian hackers have targeted messaging apps used by Dutch officials, intelligence services in the Netherlands said on Monday, part of what they described as a 'large-scale global cyber campaign.' ... more
Philippines detains three defence personnel on China spying allegations
Manila (AFP) Mar 5, 2026
Philippine authorities have apprehended three defence personnel who allegedly spied on behalf of China in what the country's security agency has described as a 'serious national security matter', its spokesman said Thursday. ... more
Apparent AI use in Iran war raises daunting questions: expert
Geneva (AFP) Mar 4, 2026
Suspected widespread use of AI to select targets and launch attacks on Iran raises many questions, and fears that human control of war machinery could be slipping, a leading expert said Wednesday. ... more