US EditionGermany to expel Russian diplomat over espionage accusations
Germany expelled a Russian diplomat after arresting a woman suspected of spying on Ukraine-related military aid and defense sites, signaling zero tolerance for espionage under diplomatic cover.
- Thursday, the German government announced the expulsion of a Russian diplomat accused of spying, with officials saying the individual acted on behalf of Russia.
- Federal prosecutors say the suspected network dates back to November 2023, alleging the woman contacted a man at the Russian Embassy who worked for Russian intelligence, supplied war-related information, and arranged visits under aliases.
- The main suspect, a German-Ukrainian dual citizen, was arrested in Berlin on Wednesday, and Germany's Defense Ministry said the probe involves two former military employees, including one recently retired officer.
- The Federal Foreign Office summoned Russia's ambassador on Wednesday to inform him of the expulsion, officials said, adding the move deepens already strained ties between Berlin and Moscow.
- Berlin framed the expulsion as a zero-tolerance stance on diplomatic spying, with Germany's Foreign Ministry posting it `doesn’t tolerate espionage in Germany, still less under the disguise of diplomatic status`.
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Russia's embassy criticizes the expulsion of a diplomat who was supposed to have looked after a spy. It was a "provocation" and "fearmaking".
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thengblog.com.ngRussia threatens retaliation over Germany's spy claim, diplomat expulsion
Russia has confirmed Ambassador Sergey Nechayev’s invitation by the German Foreign Ministry over the detention of a woman suspected of spying, vowing to take responsive actions. The Russian embassy called the espionage allegation “an absurd and hastily concocted provocation designed to discredit the Russian diplomatic mission.” In a statement on Thursday, the mission accused Germany of escalating a “spy frenzy” by “using fanciful pretexts” in an…
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Germany Expels Russian Diplomat After Shocking Espionage Arrest
Germany has announced the expulsion of a Russian diplomat following the arrest of a suspect in a high-profile espionage case, escalating tensions between the two nations. The move underscores Berlin’s firm stance on safeguarding national security amid growing concerns over covert intelligence activities. Details surrounding the arrest and the diplomatic response highlight a deepening rift [...]
Germany will expel a Russian embassy employee over his links to a woman arrested in Berlin on Wednesday on suspicion of spying for Russia, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said today. The Russian embassy in Berlin has called the spying allegations "ridiculous" and has threatened retaliation for the expulsion of the diplomat.
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