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August 23, 2026
Iran-linked Cyberattack Forces UK Power Plant Offline for Four Days
- Iran-linked hackers caused a small UK power plant to shut down for four days in July, confirming suspicions of their capability to disrupt operations.
- UK Energy Minister Michael Shanks reassured that there was no threat to the wider energy grid and emphasized the resilience of the UK's energy system.
- The shutdown follows a series of cyberattacks on water facilities in the U.S., raising concerns about vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.
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- Small UK power plant shut down after cyberattack linked to Iran: TelegraphAug 23, 2026 at 11:35 AM · CNBC
- Iran-linked hackers suspected in UK power-plant shutdown after alleged Minnesota water attackAug 24, 2026 at 5:15 PM · Fox News