Germany arrests Kazakhstan citizen accused of spying for Russia
Al Jazeera • • world
Key Points:
- German authorities arrested Sergej K, a Kazakh man in Berlin, on suspicion of spying for Russia, with evidence of continuous contact with Russian intelligence since at least May 2023.
- Prosecutors allege Sergej K provided Russian handlers with information on German military aid to Ukraine, including details on drone and robotic system companies, as well as photos of NATO convoys and public buildings.
- The suspect also reportedly offered to recruit other espionage agents in Germany, though it remains unclear if he succeeded in doing so.
- This arrest is part of a broader pattern of Moscow-linked espionage and sabotage attempts in Germany following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, including previous arrests of dual nationals and “disposable” agents.
- German officials have condemned Russian threats and cyberattacks, emphasizing that such espionage efforts are unacceptable, while Russia denies involvement and has taken retaliatory measures against German media.
