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Berlin businesswoman charged with alleged Russia spying
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 14, 2026 at 6:09 AM ET
Summary: German federal prosecutors charged 57-year-old Berlin businesswoman Ilona W. with carrying out intelligence activities for Russia. Prosecutors said she used political and military contacts to help a Russian intelligence officer gain access to influential circles and seek information on German defense policy. She was arrested on January 21 and remains in pre-trial detention.
WHO: German federal prosecutors; Ilona W.
WHAT: Ilona W. was charged with carrying out intelligence activities for Russia, allegedly using contacts to help a Russian intelligence officer seek information on German defense policy.
WHEN: Jan 21, 2026
WHERE: Berlin, Germany
WHY: The charge alleges she carried out intelligence activities for Russia, including using political and military contacts to help a Russian intelligence officer access influential circles and seek information on German defense policy.
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