Austria expels 3 Russian Embassy staff over suspected antenna spying in Vienna
Summary
Austria expelled three staff members from the Russian Embassy in Vienna after suspecting them of spying using antennas on diplomatic buildings. These antennas reportedly allowed Russia to intercept data from international organizations based in Vienna.Key Facts
- Austria expelled three Russian Embassy employees for suspected espionage.
- The spying allegedly involved antennas on embassy roofs used to intercept satellite internet data.
- The intercepted data came from international organizations located in Vienna, such as the UN and the International Atomic Energy Agency.
- Austria's Foreign Minister said diplomatic immunity should not protect spying activities.
- Russia refused to waive the diplomats’ immunity, which led Austria to expel the staff.
- Austria is updating its espionage laws to better protect international organizations.
- Russia called Austria’s decision “outrageous” and warned it would respond strongly.
- Austria has recently expelled more Russian diplomats despite its usual policy of military neutrality.
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