German authorities on Tuesday morning detained former president of the Federal Intelligence Service (BND) August Hanning. He is being investigated for suspected espionage and other offences related to the disclosure of state secrets. A former close associate of his was detained at the same time. Onet Wiadomosci ↗
According to media reports, the investigation concerns suspicions that Hanning privately obtained classified information over a period of years. The associate, who had access to secret BND documents, allegedly supplied it to him. Authorities are also examining possible links to the Russian side. Spiegel.de ↗
According to available information, the Federal Prosecutor General is conducting an investigation against Hanning for suspected espionage and attempted treason. The cases under review reportedly also include the unauthorized acquisition of state secrets in the Berlin area. The exact scope of the suspicions and the content of the seized documents have not yet been disclosed. n-tv ↗
August Hanning previously headed Germany's foreign intelligence service. His detention is a significant case given his former position in the country's security structures. The former employee detained with him may be important in clarifying the origin and handover of the classified materials. ORF ↗
The next steps will depend on the investigation by German authorities and the prosecutor's decision on whether to bring charges. Authorities have not yet provided further details on the evidence or on other persons the case may involve.
Former German intelligence chief detained on suspicion of espionage
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