Germany Arrests 2 in Spying and Sabotage Case Linked to Russia
Two men arrested in Germany over Russia spying and sabotage plot, causing concerns about Russian intelligence reach and disruption operations. [ more ]
What we know so far about the alleged spies accused of plotting attacks in Germany for Russia
German authorities arrested individuals planning attacks, accused of espionage and targeted U.S. armed forces facilities, causing diplomatic tensions with Russia. [ more ]
Germany: Cybercrime by foreign actors rose by 28% in 2023 DW 05/13/2024
Cybercrimes by foreign actors increased by 28% in 2023, with most attacks targeted at German companies for data theft, espionage, or sabotage. [ more ]
Germany Arrests 3 Suspected of Passing Secrets to China
German citizens arrested for gathering naval data for Chinese security services show delicate relationship dynamics between the two countries. [ more ]
NCSC reaffirms guidance for those at risk of Chinese state hacking | Computer Weekly
The NCSC reaffirms guidance for individuals at high risk of targeted hacking by Chinese threat actors like APT31.
NCSC highlights China's malicious activities, including transnational repression and espionage, against UK institutions and pro-democracy activists. [ more ]
Spy scandal: Why did a Polish judge 'defect' to Belarus? DW 05/11/2024
A Polish judge sought protection from Belarus, accusing Poland of unjust policies and espionage accusations, shedding light on foreign intelligence infiltration concerns. [ more ]
Burkina Faso kicks out three French diplomats over subversive activities'
Burkina Faso has ordered three French diplomats to leave within 48 hours due to alleged subversive activities, marking a decline in relations with France. [ more ]
Germany Arrests Lawmaker's Aide on Suspicion of Spying for China
A German European Parliament aide was arrested for spying for China; potential espionage threat; serious allegations against European democracy. [ more ]
Aide to German far-right MEP arrested on suspicion of spying for China
A German national, working as an aide to a far-right MEP, was accused of spying for a Chinese intelligence service, raising concerns over Chinese espionage in Europe. [ more ]
Latvia probes EU lawmaker for Kremlin spying DW 03/16/2024
Tatjana Zdanoka is accused of being a Russian agent pushing Moscow's policies in the EU.
Zdanoka is accused of working with Russia's FSB security services since 2004, and the European Parliament has opened an investigation into her Russian connections. [ more ]
Ex-CIA software engineer sentenced to 40 years for giving secrets to WikiLeaks
Former CIA software engineer sentenced to 40 years in prison for espionage, hacking, and child pornography charges.
Schulte's actions were characterized as the largest data breach in CIA history and one of the largest unauthorized disclosures of classified information in US history. [ more ]
Russian court extends detention of WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich until end of January
A court in Moscow has extended the detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is facing espionage charges, until January 30th.
Gershkovich was detained in March while on a reporting trip to Yekaterinburg and is the first American reporter to be charged with espionage in Russia since 1986.
Russian authorities have not provided any evidence to support the espionage charges against Gershkovich. [ more ]
Poland charges 16 after dismantling Russian spy ring
Poland has charged 16 foreigners with espionage, accusing them of conducting sabotage and propaganda activities under the direction of Russian intelligence.
The spy ring was dismantled earlier this year, and the suspects have confessed to the charges.
The tasks assigned to the suspects included identifying military facilities, monitoring trains transporting military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, and preparing for train derailments. [ more ]