What's happened
Yaqi X., an employee at Leipzig/Halle Airport, was arrested for allegedly passing sensitive information to a Chinese intelligence agent. This incident raises concerns about espionage activities in Germany, particularly related to military exports and defense companies.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to the New York Times, Yaqi X. is accused of passing information about flights and military cargo to Jian G., a Chinese agent. Politico adds that her actions were linked to a German defense company, raising alarms about national security. The Independent highlights the broader context of espionage in Germany, noting previous arrests related to Chinese intelligence activities.
How we got here
The arrest comes amid heightened fears in Germany regarding espionage from China and Russia, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Previous arrests have highlighted ongoing intelligence operations targeting German defense interests.
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