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title: "\"I will not be intimidated\": Italian Foreign Minister reports dark web data leak and threats to his family"
description: "Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani stated that hackers are spreading his personal data on the dark web and threatening his family. The politician linked the attack to his support for Ukraine and assured he will not be intimidated."
date: 2026-11-07T20:43:52.965Z
lang: en
url: https://xab.info/en/posts/tajani-cyber-attacks-data-leak-family-threats
tags: [italy, antonio-tajani, cyberattack, ukraine, darknet, giorgia-meloni, farnesina]
author: "Alexander Buran"
publisher: "XAB.info"
---

# "I will not be intimidated": Italian Foreign Minister reports dark web data leak and threats to his family

![Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani standing in front of national flags](https://xab.info/media/2026/11/07/tajani-kiberataki-utechka-dannyh-ugrozy-seme/tajani-kiberataki-utechka-dannyh-ugrozy-seme-1.webp)

## Key Points

- Tajani reported that hackers have been spreading his personal data on the dark web for days and threatening him and his family
- The minister linked the attack to his principled position in support of Ukraine and stated he will not be intimidated
- A special cyber directorate was created at the Farnesina on January 1 to protect against hostile state structures
- Meloni blamed pro-Russian hackers; Sky TG24 points to the possible involvement of the NoName057(1) group

Italian Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Antonio Tajani stated on social media X on November 7 that cybercriminals have been spreading his personal data on the dark web for days and attempting to obtain additional information, including about members of his family. According to the Italian diplomat, the attackers are subjecting him to threats and intimidation and are ready to pay for confidential information about him and his loved ones. Tajani did not specify exactly what information fell into the hackers' hands or how it was obtained.

### The reason for the attacks is a principled position on Ukraine

The Italian minister directly linked the attack to his public position in support of Ukraine. "For days, cybercriminals have been spreading my personal data on the dark web and looking for other information, subjecting me to new threats and intimidation. They are also targeting my family and are ready to pay for additional details about me and my loved ones," Tajani wrote. According to him, the attacks were triggered by his "clear and principled position in support of Ukraine and the defense of the freedom of a sovereign state." Tajani emphasized that he will not give in to intimidation: "My answer is very simple: I will not give in to intimidation in any way. I will continue to work to protect my ministry and Italy, and to strengthen ties and cooperation with our allies so that we can defend ourselves together.">

### Cyber Directorate at the Farnesina

Tajani noted that the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (the Farnesina) takes cyber threats seriously. On January 1, a special "cyber directorate" was established within the department to protect against attacks by hostile state structures. "Our choice, my mission has been fulfilled: we will continue to protect our security and will defend ourselves against cybercriminals. I am convinced that this is the right path to protect the Italian people and our country," the minister stated.

### Meloni blames pro-Russian hackers

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed support for Tajani and blamed pro-Russian hackers for the incident. According to her, attempts to sell confidential information about government officials cause serious concern and require a decisive response. As reported by Italian television Sky TG24, the NoName057(1) group may be behind the data dissemination.

### Context: Rome's defense policy and position on Ukraine

Tajani's statement came against the backdrop of Italy's ongoing strengthening of its defense capabilities and its consistent support of Ukraine. Recently, Prime Minister Meloni called on the European Union to clearly define negotiators on Ukraine to avoid chaos and disagreements in the dialogue. In addition, the Italian government is preparing a new, 13th military aid package for Ukraine, which, according to reports, may include Aster interceptor missiles for air defense systems.

## Fact-Check & Sources

- [Глава МИД Италии заявил о кибератаках и угрозах семье из-за поддержки Украины](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/glava-mzs-italiyi-zayaviv-kiberataki-ta-pogrozi-1794081007.html) - Primary source: Tajani's statement on X. Confirms data leak, threats to family, the reason (support for Ukraine), creation of cyber directorate on Jan 1, context of the 13th aid package.
- [«Меня не запугать». Глава МИД Италии сообщил об угрозах семье и утечке данных](https://www.fontanka.ru/2026/11/07/76751341/) - Confirms the fact of the statement on Nov 7 on X, threat details, Meloni's reaction, Sky TG24 mention of possible NoName057(1) involvement. Clarifies that Tajani did not disclose what exact data was leaked.

## FAQ

### What exactly did Antonio Tajani state on November 7?

Tajani reported on social media X that cybercriminals have been spreading his personal data on the dark web for days, threatening him and his family, and are ready to pay for additional information. He linked the attack to his position in support of Ukraine.

### What data was leaked and how was it obtained?

Tajani did not specify what exact information fell into the hands of the attackers or how it was obtained.

### What reaction followed from the Italian government?

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed support for Tajani and blamed pro-Russian hackers for the incident. According to Sky TG24, the NoName057(1) group may be behind the data dissemination.

### What is Italy doing to protect against cyber threats?

On January 1, a special "cyber directorate" was created at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (the Farnesina) to protect against attacks by hostile state structures.