Germany target of 'intensive' espionage, Merz says after suspected Russian spy arrest
Summary
Germany's Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced that the country faces intense spying activity, following the arrest of a Ukrainian man suspected of spying for Russia. The suspect allegedly gathered military information related to armored vehicles, ammunition, and explosives and has been in contact with Russian intelligence since at least July 2025.Key Facts
- A Ukrainian man named Vadym Y. was arrested in Germany for allegedly spying for Russia.
- He is accused of collecting military-related intelligence, including data on armored vehicles, ammunition, and explosives.
- Vadym Y. reportedly communicated with Russian intelligence through an intermediary since July 2025.
- Germany has arrested several people this year on suspicion of spying for Russia and other foreign powers.
- Germany is a leading European supplier of weapons to Ukraine since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022.
- Former German spy chief August Hanning was recently arrested on suspicion of espionage and passing classified documents to a foreign power.
- Chancellor Merz warned that espionage cases will likely increase in the coming months and years.
- Germany and the UK have strengthened defence partnerships to combat hybrid attacks and hostile activities.
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