Theguardian iconTheguardianSep 26, 2026

Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres

About 100,000 households in Kyiv and the surrounding region suffered temporary internet outages after strikes on Wednesday and Thursday, according to Ukraine's digital transformation ministry.

Russia strikes at heart of Ukraine’s digital economy with attacks on ISPs and datacentres

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About 100,000 households in Kyiv and the surrounding region suffered temporary internet outages after strikes on Wednesday and Thursday, according to Ukraine's digital transformation ministry.

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About 100,000 households in Kyiv and the surrounding region suffered temporary internet outages after strikes on Wednesday and Thursday, according to Ukraine's digital transformation ministry.

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