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As airlines scramble to restore systems, the ripple effects hit carriers like Irish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, and British Airways, all reporting disruptions. The EU's Cybersecurity Agency confirmed ransomware as the culprit, and investigations are ongoing.
Suspected Perpetrators
While no official attribution has been made, experts suggest a familiar pattern: Russian-linked cyber activities. Poland reports 20 to 50 daily cyber-attacks targeting vital infrastructure, and other nations, such as Romania and Moldova, have documented significant cyber onslaughts linked to Russia. UK officials confirm ongoing investigations, but full recovery remains uncertain.