Russian Cyberattacks and Social Media Fueled Prepper Behavior

The Daily Wire reported that Russian cyberattacks and social media panic fueled prepper behavior in the U.S. and Europe. The article highlighted the false claims by Tucker Carlson about a potential U.S. nuclear strike on Iran, which led to a flurry of preparation for a sustained power outage. The article also discussed ongoing cyberattacks on food supply chains and military commissaries, which were attributed to Russian hybrid warfare. The U.S. government and European Union advised citizens to prepare for potential power outages and cyberattacks, but the article emphasized the need to remain skeptical of online panic and focus on preparedness for actual threats. The article also mentioned that the U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the European Union have advised citizens to maintain emergency supplies and be prepared for a few days of power loss. The article concluded by recommending that citizens remain calm and skeptical of viral online phenomena.