Antonio Tajani targeted by pro-Russian hacker group NoName057

The pro-Russian hacker collective NoName057 has issued new threats and personal intimidations against Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. Following previous leaks of his personal data on the dark web, the group published a message on Telegram targeting Tajani and his family.

The group’s communication includes personal attacks, sarcastic remarks regarding his wife, and manipulated images. NoName057 criticized Tajani’s support for Ukraine, blaming his foreign policy for economic stagnation and rising energy costs in Italy. The hackers also referenced a target list they call the “Tribunal NoName057(16),” stating that those on the list must accept that “sooner or later the ‘reward’ will find them.”

Italian intelligence views these cyberattacks as part of a broader hybrid warfare strategy orchestrated by Moscow to destabilize Italian politics. While the hackers have moved from institutional targets to personal details of the minister’s private life, Tajani has stated he will not be intimidated and will continue to defend Italy and his ministry. Italian authorities are currently assessing the nature of the threats.