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Ukraine targets Yandex data centre in third weekly attack

Ukraine has struck the Russian technology company Yandex for the third time this week, prompting it to halt operations.

At a glance

  • Ukraine has attacked Yandex three times within a week
  • The latest strike targeted a Yandex data centre
  • Yandex has suspended operations following the attacks

Ukraine has launched its third attack on Yandex this week, targeting a data centre operated by the Russian technology company. The strikes have forced Yandex to suspend its operations.

Yandex is one of Russia's largest technology firms, providing search, email and other online services.

Why it matters

The repeated targeting of Russian technology infrastructure reflects the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with attacks on key digital services.

Original reporting

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