Belgium says a Canadian intern is suspected of spying at Nato. Here's what we know
A Canadian woman of Chinese origin has been arrested for allegedly spying while working as an intern at the military headquarters of the Nato (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) alliance, according to Belgian prosecutors. Belgium's Federal Prosecutor's Office said it was tipped off by Nato security services, which led to a raid of the suspect's home and workplace inside the Nato headquarters.
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Belgian police arrested a Canadian woman of Chinese origin. She was working as an intern at NATO headquarters in Belgium. Prosecutors say she is suspected of spying for another country and being part of a criminal organization. The arrest followed a tip from NATO security services.
Why it matters
The case raises concerns about the risk from inside a NATO members may review how they screen interns and protect sensitive information.
- Who was arrested?
- A Canadian woman of Chinese origin who worked as an intern at NATO headquarters.
- What is she accused of?
- She is accused of spying for another country and being a member of a criminal organization.
- How did the authorities learn about her?
- NATO security services tipped off Belgian prosecutors, leading to a raid of her home and workplace.
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Belgium says a Canadian intern is suspected of spying at Nato. Here's what we know
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