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NATO Intern Arrested for Espionage in Belgium

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  • A Canadian woman of Chinese origin was arrested in Belgium.
  • She worked as an intern at a NATO site in Mons.
  • Authorities suspect her of spying for a third country.
NATO Intern Arrested for Espionage in Belgium

Authorities in Belgium have arrested a Canadian woman of Chinese origin on suspicion of espionage. The individual was reportedly an intern at the SHAPE facility, a significant NATO site situated in Mons, Belgium.

The Belgian prosecutor's office announced the arrest on Saturday. The suspect is accused of spying for an unspecified third country and of participating in a criminal organization.

For reasons of ongoing investigation, the prosecutor's office has stated that no further identifying details about the arrested intern will be released at this stage.

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