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Nuno Melo's WhatsApp used to request money. Minister ended up changing his mobile phone

The Minister of National Defence's mobile phone was used in a scam where fake requests for money were sent via WhatsApp. The breach was detected by his advisor, and the minister has since replaced the device, which was no longer receiving security updates.

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This incident serves as a reminder to verify the identity of any contact requesting money via messaging apps, even if the request appears to come from a known official or acquaintance.

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