Espionage Alert in Vienna: Austrian Armed Forces Warn Soldiers About 21 Suspected Kremlin Agents
An unprecedented move by the Austrian Ministry of Defense is causing political upheaval: All members of the Austrian Armed Forces—including the militia—were warned via email about suspected Russian espionage. Using the names and photos of 21 suspects, the Defense Intelligence Service is investigating possible contacts with the troops. The disclosure has sparked a heated debate about Vienna’s role as a European intelligence hub.
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