Germany arrests suspected Russian spy as Merz warns of espionage

· Security · Germany · Russia

A Ukrainian national has been arrested in the German state of Brandenburg on suspicion of spying for Russia, federal prosecutors said. Chancellor Friedrich Merz said Germany is the target of "intensive" espionage following the arrest, one of several such cases in Germany this year. The case highlights the growing espionage threat facing European countries supporting Ukraine. Germany has been a major backer of Kyiv and hosts US and NATO facilities, making it a prime target for Russian intelligence. Authorities urged vigilance against foreign interference.

Why it matters：The arrest underscores how Russia's intelligence operations are expanding across Europe, raising security risks for countries backing Ukraine.

Key points

  • Ukrainian national arrested in Brandenburg on spying suspicion
  • Merz says Germany faces "intensive" espionage
  • One of several such cases in Germany this year

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