Title: No Indications Spain, Portugal Blackout a Cyberattack: EU’s Costa
A massive power outage hit Spain and Portugal on Thursday, leaving millions of people without electricity. The sudden blackout has raised concerns about the cause of the outage, with many wondering if it was a cyberattack. However, EU Council President Antonio Costa has stated that there are “no indications of any cyberattack at this point.”
Costa made the announcement during a press conference, where he expressed his concerns about the situation and assured the public that grid operators in both countries are working to find the cause of the outage and restore the electricity supply.
“I want to reiterate that there are no indications of any cyberattack at this point,” Costa said. “Grid operators in both countries are working on finding the cause and restoring the electricity supply. We are in close contact with the authorities in Spain and Portugal, and I have spoken with Spanish President Pedro Sánchez and Portuguese PM Luís Montenegro to offer our support and assistance.”
The power outage affected several regions in both Spain and Portugal, including major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Lisbon, and Porto. The cause of the outage is still unknown, but authorities are working to determine the cause and prevent future incidents.
The blackout has caused disruptions to daily life for millions of people, with many schools, businesses, and transportation systems affected. The situation is being closely monitored, and authorities are working to restore power as quickly as possible.
Costa’s statement has helped to alleviate some concerns about the cause of the outage, but many questions still remain. The EU Council President’s statement has also raised questions about the preparedness of the region to deal with such a large-scale power outage.
The EU has been working to improve its cybersecurity measures in recent years, following several high-profile cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. The region has also been investing in its digital infrastructure, including the development of a new cybersecurity agency.
Despite the efforts, the region is still vulnerable to cyber threats, and the blackout has raised concerns about the need for further investment in cybersecurity measures.
In the meantime, authorities in Spain and Portugal are working to restore power and determine the cause of the outage. The situation is being closely monitored, and the EU is providing support and assistance to the affected countries.
As the investigation continues, many questions still remain. Was the blackout caused by a cyberattack, or was it a result of a technical issue or natural disaster? The EU Council President’s statement has provided some clarity, but the region must continue to work to improve its cybersecurity measures and prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
In conclusion, the power outage in Spain and Portugal has raised concerns about the cause of the outage, but EU Council President Antonio Costa has stated that there are “no indications of any cyberattack at this point.” Grid operators are working to find the cause and restore the electricity supply, and the EU is providing support and assistance to the affected countries. The situation is being closely monitored, and the region must continue to work to improve its cybersecurity measures to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
Source:
https://x.com/eucopresident/status/1916859055546544517
