Italy thwarted a series of cyberattacks from Russian-linked actors targeting Milan-Cortina venues and the foreign ministry’s Washington office, according to Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.

Tajani thanked security agencies and stressed ongoing vigilance ahead of the Games.

International cooperation includes officers from foreign police forces working with Italian authorities to safeguard Olympic events.

The coverage sits in a broader pre-Olympics context, including an appeal by Pope Leo XIV for a peace-oriented Games.

Authorities anticipate a large protest march in Milan during the Games, potentially drawing hundreds of officers or more with involvement of groups linked to past demonstrations.

Analysts warn the incidents could heighten security for global events and increase vigilance against state-sponsored cyber threats.

Tajani noted the attacks were attributed to Russian-linked actors, though the report does not provide direct evidence or details beyond his statement.

Security officials emphasize preparedness for all scenarios, with coordinated operations centers and technology-driven planning at the core.

Security coordination spans multiple northern Italian cities and involves collaboration with Interpol and Europol for information sharing and incident management.

A Russian group identifying itself as Noname057 claimed responsibility via Telegram, framing the attacks as retaliation for Italy’s support for Ukraine.

Opening ceremony logistics were clarified, noting events that precede the formal start, with several competitions slated early in the schedule.

The report references international cooperation and responses from ministries, without detailing countermeasures or immediate impacts on Olympic operations.