Italy's national union for journalists has taken legal action against Giorgia Meloni's government, alleging misuse of spyware technology on critics instead of criminals. This follows revelations that at least seven individuals, including a migrant activist and a journalist, had their phones hacked using Graphite spyware from Israeli company Paragon. The parliament has been tight-lipped on the issue, with the president allowing the government to avoid answering opposition questions. While the government denies any wrongdoing, the union's complaint underscores crucial concerns about state transparency and civil liberties in the face of growing surveillance.
Fury over the alleged spyware hacks was compounded after Lorenzo Fontana, the president of the Italian parliament, signed a document allowing the government to refrain from responding to questions.
Meloni's office has denied any connection to the alleged hacks, but the uproar surrounding the incident ignited discussions about accountability and transparency in government actions.
The national union for journalists' legal action highlights a significant concern about the use of spyware against critics, raising questions about civil liberties and press freedom.
Ansa reported that Italy's intelligence agency has acknowledged a suspension of its relationship with Paragon until an internal investigation into the spyware use has concluded.
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