We regret to inform our authors, reviewers, and readers that the journal recently experienced technical difficulties caused by malware, which disrupted the management processes of the OJS system. This unforeseen issue resulted in delays in the handling and publication of submitted articles.

We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused to contributors and stakeholders. Immediate corrective measures were taken, including system security enhancements, malware removal, and restoration of affected functionalities. These steps were implemented to ensure the integrity and reliability of the journal’s operations.

We are pleased to announce that the OJS system has now been fully recovered and is functioning normally. The editorial team is working diligently to resume the publication process and minimize any further delays.

We greatly appreciate your understanding and continued support.

— Editorial Office