State Emergency Service of Ukraine
The State Emergency Service of Ukraine is a central executive authority that coordinates protection of the population and territory from emergencies, response to their consequences, and operation of the civil protection system. It handles fire safety, rescue operations, response to natural and technological disasters, and humanitarian assistance to those affected.
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Emergency-warning apps in Ukraine and Russia hacked to spread false nuclear threats
Unknown attackers compromised Ukraine’s Air Alert app and Russia’s Ministry of Emergency Situations app, sending false warnings about radiation, nuclear, chemical and street-fighting threats. Both countries said their broader warning systems remained operational, while authorities advised the public not to follow links in the warning apps.