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 ]
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 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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
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 ]
Spies, agents of influence and disinformation: Russia redoubles its operations ahead of the European elections
Russia is actively engaging in hybrid warfare in Europe through espionage, disinformation campaigns, and influence operations.
Investigations are underway to uncover Kremlin influence networks targeting European Parliament members, particularly from far-right parties, to promote Russian propaganda. [ 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 ]
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 ]
Putin claims deal could be reached for imprisoned WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich in rare interview with Tucker Carlson
Putin says a deal can be reached to secure the return of imprisoned Wall Street Journal journalist Evan Gershkovich, but it depends on reciprocal steps from the US.
Russian authorities have charged Gershkovich with espionage, however, the US government has declared him to be wrongfully detained and Russian authorities have not provided evidence to support the charges. [ more ]
A race against time': Taiwan strives to root out China's spies
Accusations of Taiwanese soldiers accepting bribes from Chinese agents to create propaganda videos and declare loyalty to China have surfaced.
A retired army colonel has been convicted of accepting payments to delay retirement and serve as a spy for China, pledging his loyalty to Beijing's cause of annexing Taiwan. [ more ]
Pretrial detention for American reporter accused of spying in Russia extended through March
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich has had his pretrial detention in Russia extended until the end of March, meaning he will spend at least a year behind bars.
The hearing took place behind closed doors, and Russian authorities have not provided any evidence to support the espionage charges against Gershkovich. [ 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 ]