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Colonel Detained, Chinese Nationals Arrested in Espionage Probe

2/7/2026

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A Greek colonel was detained on suspicion of leaking Armed Forces technologies and recruiting others into an intelligence network, and he reportedly confessed to sending information for payment.
French authorities arrested two Chinese nationals for allegedly collecting data from the Starlink satellite system.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of the data transmitted to China and the existence of intelligence networks.
The cases raise concerns about satellite espionage and national security.

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Story summary

A Greek colonel was detained on suspicion of leaking Armed Forces technologies and recruiting others into an intelligence network, and he reportedly confessed to sending information for payment.
French authorities arrested two Chinese nationals for allegedly collecting data from the Starlink satellite system.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of the data transmitted to China and the existence of intelligence networks.
The cases raise concerns about satellite espionage and national security.