THE article discusses a significant surveillance campaign targeting Serbian activists using Pegasus and NoviSpy spyware. A member of the student protest movement had their iPhone infected via a zero-click iMessage exploit, confirmed by Citizen Lab and the SHARE Foundation. This attack is part of a broader pattern of surveillance linked to ongoing political tensions ahead of local elections.
At least 14 individuals have reportedly been targeted since early 2026, with warnings from Apple indicating potential state-sponsored spyware infections. The SHARES Foundation is advising individuals who receive such notifications to seek immediate help and emphasizes the importance of updates to device security.