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Minnesota water systems cyberattack: Trump says state to blame, not Iran
President Donald Trump blamed Minnesota's state government for a cyberattack on local water systems, denying Iranian involvement despite U.S. officials investigating the possibility. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz countered that the attack reflects modern cyber warfare, with federal agencies warning of increased threats to water infrastructure. Multiple Minnesota communities were affected, but backup systems mitigated disruptions.
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