**Excerpt:**
*”Apple has issued urgent warnings to iPhone users in over 100 countries about sophisticated mercenary spyware attacks, likely tied to governments or private hacking groups. High-profile individuals, including journalists and commentators, reported receiving alarming alerts like, ‘Apple detected a targeted mercenary spyware attack against your phone.’ This marks an escalation from prior alerts, signaling a growing threat to privacy and security. Apple urges users to enable Lockdown Mode and stay vigilant, emphasizing that these highly targeted attacks often focus on activists, journalists, and public figures. As spyware risks evolve, proactive measures—like updating software and avoiding suspicious links—are critical to defense.”*
*(Condensed to capture key details: scope, targets, urgency, and recommended actions.)*
