Germany arrests a former foreign intelligence chief on spying allegations
Germany's federal prosecutor arrested a former foreign intelligence chief named August Hanning on Tuesday, accusing him of treason and spying. Security experts warn that his arrest could damage Germany's national security by making allied countries question whether to share intelligence with Germany in the future. The case is now in the early stages following his arrest.
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