Germany arrests married couple for suspected Chinese espionage

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German authorities arrested a married couple suspected of working for Chinese intelligence to recruit scientists and seek military-tech information.

WHO: German authorities

WHAT: Arrested a married couple suspected of working for Chinese intelligence

WHEN: May 20, 2026 at 6:40 AM ET

WHERE: Germany

WHY: The couple was suspected of working for Chinese intelligence to cultivate a network of scientists and obtain technology with military applications.

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