Former German Spy Suspected of Leaking UK Secrets
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The arrest of August Hanning, former head of Germany's BND intelligence agency, has triggered an investigation by UK's MI6 and GCHQ. They fear he may have leaked sensitive information, including details about British operations and agents, to a foreign power during his tenure (1998-2005). The review covers the past 16 years, focusing on protecting compromised sources.
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Germany's top former spy leaked British secrets, MI6 fears
Germany's top former spy leaked British secrets, MI6 fears
МИ-6 в спешке разгребает 16 лет работы: арест экс-главы разведки Герма...
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