A small UK power plant was shut down following a cyberattack reportedly linked to Iran, officials said.
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A small power plant in the United Kingdom was shut down after a cyberattack that has been linked to Iran, according to a report in The Telegraph. The incident prompted the UK government to brief CEOs across the energy sector with guidance and advice.
Officials have stated that the shutdown did not pose a risk to the country's broader energy system. The government's response included communicating with industry leaders to mitigate potential further risks.
The reported link to Iran follows a warning from the country's security chief, who threatened retaliation against nations joining a US-led 'economic war'. This cyber incident may be viewed in the context of escalating tensions involving Iran and its allies.
Separately, concerns are growing in Iraq over a proposed law that could entrench Iran-backed militias as a permanent state security force, potentially impacting regional stability. The Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) could be further legitimised as a national institution under the new legislation.
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