Belgium says a Canadian intern is suspected of spying at Nato. Here's what we know
Summary
A Canadian woman of Chinese origin has been arrested in Belgium for allegedly spying while working as an intern at Nato’s military headquarters in Mons. Belgian prosecutors said she is suspected of spying for a foreign country and being part of a criminal group.Key Facts
- The woman worked as an intern at Nato’s Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium.
- Belgian prosecutors said Nato security services tipped them off, leading to a raid of her home and work.
- She is suspected of spying for an unnamed third country and of belonging to a criminal organization.
- The suspect has been placed in one-month pretrial custody.
- Interns’ security clearances are managed by their home countries; in this case, Canada is responsible.
- Canada’s government grants or denies clearances based on assessments by the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS).
- Nato said it remains dedicated to protecting its personnel and classified information.
- Canadian authorities are cooperating with Belgian law enforcement but have not shared detailed comments.
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