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UAE calls for 'Cyber Geneva Convention' to treat major cyberattacks as acts of war

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8 September 2026

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regulatory

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Cybersecurity

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UAE

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Read at khaleejtimes.com

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Fusion42 · 8 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

The UAE has called for an international 'Cyber Geneva Convention' to classify major cyberattacks on critical infrastructure as acts of war and establish clear rules for cyberwarfare amid escalating AI-driven threats.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cybersecurity.

◆ The Wire takeaway

You face new rules linking cyberattacks on critical infrastructure to acts of war, heightening the geopolitical stakes of your cybersecurity strategy. Strengthen your defence partnerships and prioritise resilience to maintain operational autonomy under tightening international norms.

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1 source · 8 Sep 2026

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