Germany arrests Ukrainian man suspected of Russian spying

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German federal prosecutors said a Ukrainian national was arrested in Brandenburg on suspicion of spying for Russia. Authorities suspect he gathered information on tank and munitions production and NATO’s eastern flank; prosecutors allege he collected military-related intelligence for Russia.

WHO: German federal prosecutors

WHAT: German federal prosecutors said a Ukrainian national was arrested in Brandenburg on suspicion of spying for Russia.

WHEN: Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 7:43 AM ET

WHERE: Brandenburg, Germany

WHY: Prosecutors allege he gathered military-related intelligence for Russia, including information on defense production and NATO’s eastern flank.

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