German spy scandal threatens national security
2 sources·Updated October 8, 2026

Covered by 2 sources
- Financial Times·4h agoGermany’s ex-spymaster admits holding files but denies treason
August Hanning’s lawyer says his client was ‘in possession’ of confidential documents but never paid for them or passed them on to foreign powers
Read at Financial Times → - DW News EN·13h agoGerman spy scandal threatens national security
The arrest of Germany's former intelligence chief August Hanning could undermine national security, experts warn, as allies may reconsider their intelligence relationships.
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