All articles tagged with #spying
Iran executed Aghil Keshavarz, a man convicted of spying for Israel's Mossad, after he was caught taking photos of military sites and accused of carrying out over 200 assignments for Mossad across Iran. This follows a series of espionage-related executions amid ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has sued five major TV companies, including Sony, Samsung, LG, Hisense, and TCL, for secretly recording viewers' activities using Automated Content Recognition technology, with some companies linked to China, raising concerns over consumer privacy and data security.
The UK case against two men accused of spying for China collapsed because the government refused to label China a threat to national security, preventing prosecutors from proceeding with the case, amid political controversy and concerns over diplomatic relations.
Burkina Faso's military government has detained eight members of the NGO INSO, accusing them of spying and treason, amid tensions with Western nations and ongoing security concerns. INSO denies the allegations, stating their activities are for aid worker safety and have been transparent with authorities. The incident highlights the strained relations and security challenges in Burkina Faso under military rule.
A former aide to a German far-right politician was sentenced to nearly five years in prison for spying for China, involving passing confidential information and allegedly working for Chinese intelligence since 2002. The case highlights concerns over Chinese espionage activities in the EU, and the politician involved has denied any knowledge or involvement, while also facing separate investigations for corruption and money laundering.
Iran executed Bahman Choubi-asl, accused of being a key Israeli spy, amid ongoing tensions and a series of executions of individuals linked to espionage for Israel, highlighting the deepening shadow war between the two countries.
Three individuals were detained near London on suspicion of spying for Russia, amid broader concerns about Russian-backed espionage and sabotage activities across Europe, including planned arson attacks and intelligence leaks. The arrests are part of ongoing investigations into foreign espionage efforts in the UK and neighboring countries.
Three individuals were arrested in Essex on suspicion of spying for Russia, with investigations ongoing, amid concerns over foreign intelligence recruitment in the UK.
Prosecutors have dropped charges against two men accused of spying for China, including a former parliamentary researcher, citing insufficient evidence; the case involved allegations of gathering information prejudicial to the UK, but was dismissed before trial amid diplomatic tensions.
Mali's military rulers have arrested a French national, Yann Vezilier, on suspicion of spying for France and attempting to destabilize the country, amid ongoing political and security tensions, including recent arrests of soldiers and generals linked to a coup plot, with Mali breaking ties with France and seeking Russian support for security.
Ukraine has arrested an air force major suspected of spying for Russia, amid broader concerns of Russian interference and meddling in neighboring countries like Moldova, which is also warning of unprecedented Russian election interference.
Moldova’s president warns of unprecedented Russian interference in elections amid broader regional tensions, with recent incidents including Ukraine arresting a Russian spy and escalating conflicts involving Israel and Iran.
Daniel Khalife, a former British soldier, has been convicted of spying for Iran after escaping from a London prison last year. Despite his claims of acting as a double agent for British security, prosecutors described his actions as a "cynical game." Khalife contacted an Iranian middle-man, offering to remain undercover in the British Army, and passed on both fake and genuine documents, including sensitive information about special forces soldiers. He received payments for his espionage activities and attempted to contact his handlers while on the run. Khalife will be sentenced next year.
Germany has arrested two German-Russian nationals accused of spying for Russia and scouting U.S. military facilities in Germany for potential sabotage operations. The suspects, identified as Dieter S. and Alexander J., allegedly have ties to a Russian intelligence service and are accused of gathering information about potential targets for attacks. The arrests come amid high tension between Russia and the West, with Germany condemning the espionage as a "particularly serious case" and emphasizing its commitment to supporting Ukraine despite intimidation attempts. The incident has fueled concern about the extent of Russian espionage activities in Germany, with politicians calling for a decisive response if the allegations are proven true.
Former U.S. Ambassador to Bolivia, Victor Manuel Rocha, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to spying for Cuba's intelligence agency for over 40 years. The 73-year-old, who held various senior positions in the U.S. government, was accused of acting as a foreign agent and was not charged with espionage. The case has raised concerns about the potential damage to national security, with ongoing assessments by the State Department and the intelligence community. Rocha's cooperation with the government and the possibility of denaturalization as a civil action were also addressed in the plea deal.