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Germany warns politicians their iPhones may be hacked

German officials are bracing for iPhone espionage as Apple flags mercenary spyware across 99 nations.

By · Published November 2, 2026  19:30 UTC · Updated November 2, 2026  19:30 UTC

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German officials are now confronting the prospect that their personal iPhones could be compromised, sparking immediate security concerns across ministries. The warning follows Apple’s broader alert that mercenary spyware is active on iPhones in 99 countries, prompting the German government to act.

Apple dispatched spyware alerts directly to the German delegation traveling with party leader Friedrich Merz on an Asian visit, according to Anadolu Ajansı. The next steps will hinge on how German authorities respond—whether they will replace devices, install additional security tools, or initiate investigations into the source of the mercenary spyware.

Coverage leaves open whether intelligence services will expand monitoring or if diplomatic channels will be used to address the threat. Apple may issue further updates if new infection vectors are identified, keeping the tech firm in the monitoring loop.

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What prompted the warnings to German politicians?

Apple identified mercenary spyware on iPhones in 99 countries and sent alerts to the German delegation.

Which German officials were warned about the iPhone threat?

Members of parliament, ministers, and the delegation accompanying Friedrich Merz on an Asian trip were warned.

Which outlets reported the story?

The Record (Recorded Future News), Anadolu Ajansı, AppleInsider, Euronews, and the Financial Times covered the development.

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