August Hanning is accused of selling state secrets to at least one foreign state.
It could be the worst breach at the German foreign intelligence agency since the Cold War’s end.
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Read the full report at Washington PostAugust Hanning's former chief of staff was also arrested on suspicion of 'aiding and abetting attempted treason'.
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