Wired Hacked Iranian Prayer App Sends Surrender Messages During Airstrikes
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On February 28, 2026, Iranian users of a popular prayer app received push notifications urging them to surrender amid Israeli airstrikes on Tehran. The messages, which included phrases like 'help is on the way,' are believed to be part of a cyber operation linked to Israeli military actions. The identity of the hackers remains unclear, but the incident highlights ongoing cyber warfare tactics in the region.
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Israeli airstrikes hit Tehran and users receive hacked messages
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Hacked app messages encourage defection from Iranian regime
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