Former German spy chief to face charges of espionage and attempted treason

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A former German foreign intelligence chief will appear in court Wednesday following allegations he used classified information for commercial gain.

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  • Reported by NPR and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 08:43:59 UTC.

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