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China Threatens Action Against CIA's Espionage Recruitment Video

2/14/2026

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Beijing said it will take all necessary measures against foreign espionage after a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recruitment video targeted Chinese military personnel.
The video, released on YouTube, seeks information from disaffected officers about China's leaders and armed forces.
China's foreign ministry condemned the CIA's actions as a provocation and said it protects national security and sovereignty.
Beijing previously criticized similar CIA efforts as deceptive attempts to lure Chinese personnel.

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Beijing said it will take all necessary measures against foreign espionage after a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) recruitment video targeted Chinese military personnel.
The video, released on YouTube, seeks information from disaffected officers about China's leaders and armed forces.
China's foreign ministry condemned the CIA's actions as a provocation and said it protects national security and sovereignty.
Beijing previously criticized similar CIA efforts as deceptive attempts to lure Chinese personnel.