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🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Retired police officer denies he's a Chinese spy and says he's 'quite a boring guy'

A retired police officer has denied allegations of spying for China, stating he is just a 'boring guy' amid accusations of running a spy ring in the UK.

Mar 18 • 14:02 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

A Chinese spy ship in the Gulf: what the Liaowang-1 is doing and what we know

The Chinese intelligence ship Liaowang-1 is operating in the Gulf of Oman, gathering electronic signals in a strategically significant area.

Mar 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Spies and subsidies: China enters Brazil's R$ 110 billion delivery war

Brazil's R$ 110 billion food delivery sector faces espionage allegations and dark tactics as Chinese-backed rivals enter the market.

Mar 15 • 13:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Alysa Liu: A chilling warning from China

Alysa Liu's father received a chilling warning from the FBI about the Chinese government's interest in monitoring their family before the Olympics.

Mar 15 • 05:13 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

American 'Top Gun' pilot charged with training the enemy: 'I am ready to live in China.'

Former U.S. fighter pilot Gerald Eddie 'Runner' Brown Jr. has been charged for allegedly training Chinese military personnel and has expressed his willingness to reside in China.

Mar 12 • 12:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Orlen bans Chinese cars from entering its facilities. Fears of espionage

Orlen has prohibited Chinese vehicles from accessing its properties due to concerns about espionage.

Mar 11 • 18:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

City of London special constable accused of spying for China 'threatened protester with arrest'

A special constable in London is on trial for allegedly threatening a protester while spying for Chinese authorities.

Mar 11 • 09:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

People could be spying for China and not realize it, experts warn

Experts warn that individuals in the UK may unknowingly engage in activities that support Chinese espionage efforts, highlighting the covert strategies employed by the Chinese Communist Party.

Mar 7 • 18:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Police search home of former Labour MP’s husband amid China spying investigation

The husband of former Labour MP Gloria De Piero confirmed that his home was searched as part of a police investigation into an alleged Chinese spying ring.

Mar 6 • 19:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Princess Beatrice snapped with alleged Chinese spy on Nepal trip

Princess Beatrice was photographed with David Taylor, a man arrested on suspicion of spying for China, during a 2016 charity trip to Nepal.

Mar 6 • 15:42 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Authorities Warn Lithuanian Citizens in China About Possible Recruitment for Espionage

Lithuanian authorities have issued a warning to citizens in China regarding the increased likelihood of being approached by Chinese intelligence for espionage purposes.

Mar 6 • 08:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Arrested spy met with people from Chinese intelligence in Prague. His contacts with Zahradil were more frequent than the politician claimed

A Chinese national arrested in Czechia, posing as a journalist, allegedly had frequent contacts with local politicians and has been indicted for unauthorized activities for a foreign entity.

Mar 6 • 07:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Telescope in Paraíba's Sertão cited in US report on China's espionage

A joint China-Brazil laboratory for radio astronomy in Paraíba's Sertão has been cited in a US congressional report regarding potential Chinese espionage tools in Latin America.

Mar 5 • 03:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Google warns of Chinese spies – Dozens of states targeted by breaches

Google reports that a cyber espionage campaign linked to China has breached dozens of telecommunications operators and state agencies in many countries.

Mar 4 • 10:40 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Opportunity for Finns: Supo is looking for Russian and Chinese speakers without prior experience in espionage

The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is actively seeking Finnish citizens with language skills in Russian or Chinese to take on roles in human intelligence gathering.

Mar 3 • 16:52 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

US Congress Report Alerts About Alleged Chinese Space Network for Espionage in Latin America

A US Congressional report claims that China is establishing a space network in Latin America, which may have military espionage capabilities.

Feb 27 • 01:58 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A former American pilot ends up in prison and the secret in China

A former American military pilot, Gerald Brown, has been arrested and sentenced for illegally training Chinese pilots, raising concerns about U.S. national security.

Feb 26 • 16:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Group based in China spied on companies in Brazil for seven years, says Google

Google disclosed that a Chinese cybercriminal group conducted a digital espionage campaign targeting Brazilian companies from 2018 to 2023.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

USA accuses former fighter pilot of training Chinese air force

The U.S. Justice Department has arrested a former fighter pilot, Gerald Brown, for allegedly training Chinese air force pilots without authorization.

Feb 26 • 07:52 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Former American Officer Arrested for Secretly Training Chinese Pilots

A former U.S. Air Force officer was arrested for allegedly providing unauthorized defense services to Chinese military pilots and conspiring to do so.

Feb 26 • 03:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Ex-Air Force pilot arrested for allegedly training Chinese military pilots without authorization

A former U.S. Air Force pilot has been arrested for allegedly training Chinese military pilots without proper authorization from the U.S. government.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

More powerful than the CIA, FBI, and MI6 combined: the strange alarm about the Chinese MSS

A recent espionage incident in Greece highlights the sophisticated recruitment methods of China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) after a Greek commander was lured by a Chinese agent via LinkedIn.

Feb 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Sydney businessman falsely claimed security advice given to Chinese spies came from Kevin Rudd, court hears

An Australian businessman is on trial for allegedly providing security advice, falsely attributed to former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, to Chinese intelligence agents.

Feb 19 • 06:06 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

EU nation bans Chinese cars from military sites

Poland's Army has implemented a ban on Chinese-made vehicles from high-security military sites due to concerns over potential espionage and data acquisition.

Feb 18 • 21:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Documents reveal messages between Chinese official and accused spy trio

Court documents unveil messages between a Chinese official and three Australian citizens accused of being involved in foreign interference linked to a banned Buddhist group.

Feb 18 • 19:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

US Olympian Alysa Liu was once targeted by Chinese spies – here's what she has to say about it

Alysa Liu, an American figure skater, revealed that she and her father were targeted by Chinese spies due to his past as a Tiananmen Square protester.

Feb 18 • 11:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Poland: Prohibits the Entry of Chinese Cars into Military Facilities – What Led to the Decision

Poland has banned the entry of Chinese-made cars into military facilities to enhance security amidst concerns regarding potential data gathering capabilities of these vehicles.

Feb 18 • 07:55 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Poland bans Chinese cars on military bases

Poland has banned Chinese-made vehicles from military bases due to concerns over potential data collection through their built-in sensors.

Feb 18 • 07:32 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Will China’s state-backed holiday thriller spill details of little-known spy cases?

A new Chinese film titled 'Scare Out' explores modern espionage, with speculation that it may reveal details about actual spy cases involving sensitive military technology.

Feb 14 • 23:00 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Beijing vows action after CIA spy video targets Chinese military

China promises to take decisive measures against foreign espionage after the CIA released a recruitment video aimed at Chinese military personnel.

Feb 13 • 21:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

#CIA: Video aims to recruit #Chinese military officers as spies

A CIA video campaign is reportedly targeting Chinese military officers to recruit them as spies.

Feb 13 • 17:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

A New Video to Recruit Chinese Spies: What’s Behind the CIA’s Move

The CIA has released a new video in Mandarin aimed at recruiting Chinese spies, particularly from the People’s Liberation Army, encouraging them to share confidential information with the U.S.

Feb 13 • 15:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

China threatens to take decisive action against espionage after US video

China has vowed to take necessary measures against foreign espionage activities following the release of a US video aimed at recruiting Chinese officers.

Feb 13 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

China: We will take 'all necessary measures' – Comment on CIA's video seeking informants in Beijing's army

China has vowed to take all necessary measures in response to a CIA video targeting potential informants in the Chinese military following the ousting of a top general accused of leaking critical military data to the U.S.

Feb 13 • 10:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

China reacts to CIA recruitment video: promises to take action

China's Foreign Ministry condemned a CIA recruitment video aimed at Chinese military officers, pledging to safeguard national security against perceived hostile forces.

Feb 13 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Espionage Case: Document Photos with the Greek Colonel and His Chinese Recruiters

A Greek Air Force colonel faces espionage charges after revealing critical information about NATO-related activities and naming accomplices during his testimony.

Feb 12 • 14:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Competition to National Security: Why Europe Fears Chinese Cars?

Poland expresses concerns about Chinese electric vehicles being used for espionage, prompting potential restrictions on their access to sensitive areas.

Feb 12 • 08:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Espionage Case: The First Contact of the Colonel with the Liaison Two Years Ago

A Greek colonel has been detained for espionage following a two-year investigation that revealed online and in-person meetings with a Chinese liaison.

Feb 11 • 11:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

German court sentenced US military contractor for espionage to China

A US military contractor, identified only as Martin D., has been sentenced by a German court for attempting to share classified information with Chinese intelligence.

Feb 11 • 11:28 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Beijing urges Australia to handle with care the detention of two Chinese citizens

China has urged Australia to handle the case of two detained Chinese citizens with care, following charges of espionage against them.

Feb 11 • 09:05 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Australia has charged two Chinese citizens with espionage

Australia has charged two Chinese citizens for espionage at the behest of the Chinese police.

Feb 11 • 07:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

To Vima today: How the colonel detained for espionage operated

This article discusses the espionage case involving a Greek Air Force colonel accused of providing sensitive information to Chinese officials.

Feb 11 • 03:48 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Two more Chinese nationals accused of foreign interference

Two Chinese nationals have been charged in Australia for allegedly gathering intelligence on a Buddhist group to send to China.

Feb 11 • 03:26 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Spy Case: The identity of 'Stephen' has been revealed – Money as the 'motive' for betrayal

A Greek air force colonel faces heavy espionage charges, having confessed to collaborating with a Chinese intelligence officer named 'Stephen'.

Feb 10 • 11:25 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

At the Air Court, the 54-year-old wing commander: How the financial aspect of espionage in favor of China was 'upgraded'

A 54-year-old wing commander of the Greek Air Force is being brought before the Air Court in Athens for espionage activities allegedly benefiting the Chinese government, sparking concerns about foreign intelligence penetration into Greece's national security systems.

Feb 10 • 05:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Espionage case: The 'salary' for 'betraying' secrets

New evidence emerges regarding a 54-year-old Air Force colonel allegedly involved in espionage on behalf of Chinese authorities.

Feb 9 • 20:34 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Espionage Case: The Amounts the Colonel Received for Providing Information

Details have emerged regarding a 54-year-old Greek Air Force officer accused of espionage for Chinese authorities, including the financial incentives he received for sharing sensitive information.

Feb 9 • 19:28 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Chinese spies within NATO: what is happening in Europe

A Greek Air Force colonel has been arrested for allegedly passing classified information to China, raising significant security concerns for NATO and Europe.

Feb 9 • 11:43 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Colonel Arrested – Suspected of Spying for China

A colonel in the Greek Air Force has been arrested on accusations of spying for China, having allegedly collaborated with Chinese intelligence after being recruited at an overseas conference.

Feb 8 • 07:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Chinese Spy: The Secret Trip of a Colonel, Cryptocurrencies, and the Meeting in Athens

A Greek colonel has been arrested for spying for China, and authorities are investigating his connections and the potential compromises to national security.

Feb 7 • 20:38 UTC

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